Cov/ Sani Dustin Ma
Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has flagged off the construction of two roads in Dukku–Tarasa and Birnin Lafiya–Gulma–Natsini to improve rural connectivity and economic activities.
The Dukku–Tarasa road covers two kilometres and is expected to be completed in six months, while the 32-kilometre Birnin Lafiya–Gulma–Natsini road in Argungu Local Government Area has a 12-month completion period.
Speaking at the ceremonies, Governor Idris said the projects fulfilled his campaign promises and demonstrated his administration’s commitment to improving road infrastructure across the state.
He said the roads would ease transportation, connect rural communities to urban centres and improve the movement of agricultural produce and other goods.
The governor reaffirmed his commitment to extending development projects to rural communities and addressing the needs of residents.
Residents of the benefiting communities commended the initiative, expressing hope that the roads would improve access to essential services and create better opportunities for farmers, traders and other residents.
