Katsina governor approves 20.37km road projects

Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda has approved the construction of over 20 kilometers of township roads across three local government areas, signaling a significant push to upgrade urban infrastructure and stimulate economic growth. The approval, granted during the 10th Regular Meeting of the Katsina State Executive Council, covers projects in Mashi, Bakori, and Malumfashi.

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The road projects will improve connectivity, facilitate economic activities, and enhance the quality of life for residents in the benefiting communities.

The approved contracts include the dualization of a 3.0-kilometer road in Mashi Township, the construction of 6.67 kilometers of roads in Bakori, and an additional 10.7 kilometers in Malumfashi. These projects are part of Governor Radda's broader commitment to modernizing road networks in the state's major towns.

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The projects are expected to ease movement within the affected towns, improve access to businesses and public facilities, and support socio-economic development.

Commissioner for Works, Housing and Transport, Engr. Sani Ingawa, highlighted the expected benefits, stating the roads will improve connectivity, facilitate economic activities, and enhance the quality of life for residents. He added that the projects align with the administration's agenda to provide durable roads that stimulate commerce and improve transportation, ultimately supporting socio-economic development in the benefiting communities.

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The road construction programme aligns with the administration’s infrastructure development agenda aimed at providing durable roads that will stimulate commerce and improve transportation