By Ibrahim Muhammad
The Federal Government has approved the resumption of three long-abandoned road projects in Jigawa State, following years of neglect that reportedly resulted in frequent road accidents, loss of lives, and destruction of property.
Residents of the state had repeatedly raised concerns over the poor condition of the affected federal roads, warning that the abandoned projects posed serious threats to public safety.
It was reported the growing outcry by citizens over the situation.
The approval was disclosed by the State Coordinator of the Tinubu Renewed Hope Agenda and former Chairman of Guri Local Government Area, Alhaji Musa Shuaibu Guri, during a visit to the Emir of Gumel, Dr. Ahmad Muhammad Sani, where he presented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s seasonal greeting card.
Alhaji Guri explained that President Tinubu expressed dissatisfaction with the prolonged abandonment of the Gaya–Shiwarin, Gaya–Kafin Hausa, and Kwanar Dumawa–Babura road projects, noting that the delays had continued to claim lives and damage property.
According to him, the President has ordered the immediate revocation of the existing contracts and the re-awarding of the projects to competent companies to ensure their prompt completion.
He also called on traditional rulers to continue offering prayers for peace, unity, and stability across the country, describing the President’s seasonal greeting card as a recognition of the role of traditional institutions in maintaining peace.
Alhaji Guri added that the greeting cards would be extended to the five emirate councils in the state, namely Gumel, Hadejia, Kazaure, Ringim, and Dutse.
In his response, the Emir of Gumel, Dr. Ahmad Muhammad Sani, commended President Tinubu for his efforts in improving agriculture, education, healthcare, and peace nationwide.
He assured the Federal Government of the emirate’s continued support toward the successful implementation of its policies and programmes.
