The entire rehabilitation of the 39 kilometres Shargalle-Dutsi-Ingawa Highway in Katsina State commenced on Friday with Governor Dikko Radda calling on the residents to work collectively and be certain that the requirements are met.
Governor Radda whereas flagging off the train at Shargalle city in Dutsi Native Authorities Space of the State introduced that 40 % of the contract quantity has already been paid to the contractor.
He attested that the poor situation of the highway has not solely hampered the motion of individuals, items, and companies however has additionally adversely affected the commerce, agriculture, and socioeconomic actions within the space.
In line with him, the rehabilitation of the highway is a key element of his administration’s “Constructing your Future Agenda” to reinforce infrastructure throughout the state.
He stated good roads not solely facilitate the transportation of products and companies but in addition foster financial progress by attracting investments, creating jobs, and enhancing entry to the market.
The highway which was first constructed by the defunct Kaduna State Governor, the late Balarabe Musa, had remained uncared for for over 4 many years, since its final rehabilitation in 2004 underneath the administration of the late Umaru Musa Yar’adua of the blessed reminiscence.
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“The highway is essential for connectivity and financial growth of communities. I’m conscious of the challenges confronted by the residents, and the travellers alongside this important highway. It has turn out to be crucial for us to take decisive motion to revive this lifeline to its former glory.
“The rehabilitation of the highway is a key element of our ‘Constructing Your Future Agenda’ to reinforce infrastructure throughout the State.
“Good roads, not solely facilitate the transportation of products and companies but in addition foster financial progress by attracting investments, creating jobs, and enhancing entry to the market.
“This administration has prioritised infrastructure growth as a way of stimulating our native financial system and enhancing the standard of lives of all of the residents.
“I’m calling on the group leaders, conventional rulers, and all residents to assist the initiative by being vigilante and guaranteeing that the mission is executed with integrity and diligence.
“This highway belongs to all of us. Let’s work collectively to carry the contractor accountable and to make sure that the standard requirements are met.
“This ceremony isn’t just a flag off however a promise that our administration is dedicated to the welfare of the folks of Katsina,” Radda famous.
Earlier in his welcome handle, the Katsina State Commissioner for Works, Housing, and Transport Sani Magaji knowledgeable the gathering that the purpose was to make sure that residents of the state have entry to secure and dependable roads.
Magaji described the highway as a significant connector that hyperlinks varied communities and facilitates financial actions within the State and past.
“As we speak marks one other milestone in our collective efforts to reinforce the infrastructure of the State and enhance the standard of lives for our residents.
“Rehabilitation of this highway is crucial not just for transportation and accessibility but in addition for fostering financial progress and selling social integration among the many folks.
“Let me guarantee you that the ministry in collaboration with the contractor, and stakeholders is dedicated to delivering high-quality work that meets the wants of the group we serve.
“We are going to adhere to the excessive commonplace of engineering and building to make sure that the good thing about the highway extends past its building,” Magaji added.
On November 7, 2024, the State Govt Council awarded a contract for the great reconstruction and rehabilitation of the highway which is anticipated to be accomplished in 14 months.
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