The Kebbi government says that in 2024, it will spend N79 billion on capital projects to ensure rapid growth and transformation of the state.

The state Commissioner for Works and Transportation, Abdullahi Umar-Muslim, made this known while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday.

“These projects are designed to create a multiplier effect across various sectors of the state’s economy, driving development in key areas such as agriculture, healthcare, and education.

“Governor Nasir Idris’ administration has, within just one and a half years, delivered significant infrastructural development and initiated numerous impactful projects,” he said.

According to him, among the key projects completed are the state ultra-modern secretariat complex in Gwadangaji, which cost over N10 billion, and the dualisation of the Birnin Kebbi-Ambursa road, valued at N5.6 billion.

“Other notable achievements include the construction and rehabilitation of Birnin Kebbi City Centre roads, N12.9 billion, the rehabilitation of Yauri township roads, N5 billion, and the construction of the Birnin Kebbi Ultra-Modern Motor Park, N2.9 billion.

“Additional projects include the dualisation of the Argungu old bye-pass road, N6.8 billion, the renovation of Argungu General Hospital, N469.5 million, and the construction of a fuel depot at Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport, N300.6 million,” he said.

Mr Umar-Muslim also added that the state undertook the renovation, furnishing, and expansion of the State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, costing N708.8 million.

“This is in addition to constructing a box culvert and retaining wall along the Birnin Kebbi-Makera road, which required N395 million.

“Furthermore, N296 million was spent on bridge repairs along the Bunza-Dakingari road, while N4.2 billion was allocated for the rehabilitation, remodelling, and furnishing of the government house,” he said.

Mr Umar-Muslim noted that various health facilities, classrooms, and Mosques were also renovated and constructed across the state to further underline the administration’s commitment to improving the quality of life for its citizens.

He, therefore, commended Mr Idris for his strategic leadership and foresight in engaging only tested, experienced, and qualified contractors for the transformative projects.

(NAN)