Shuaibu Zubair Tatu, Birnin Kebbi
Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has officially flagged off the construction of 6.4-kilometre dual carriageway Argungu Old Bypass Road.
The groundbreaking ceremony took place yesterday in Argungu, with the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samaila Muhammad Mera, in attendance.
Governor Idris, in his address, stated that the project aligned with his campaign promises and is part of his administration’s urbanisation and infrastructure development agenda.
The project will include the construction of drainages and the installation of solar-powered streetlights. The Governor emphasized his commitment to ensuring that the work is carried out to the highest standards.
He further disclosed that funding for the project had already been provided, with 40% of the total cost already approved. “I have already approved payment of 40% of the project’s cost, so there will be no issues with funding,” Governor Idris assured.
Governor Idris also promised that more road projects would be launched across various communities in Argungu, underscoring his desire to see Argungu Emirate develop as much as other emirate headquarters in the state.
The Governor reiterated his administration’s accomplishments, particularly in the education sector, and expressed appreciation for the continuous support of the Argungu Emirate.
He also announced the renovation of Argungu General Hospital, which is set to begin next week.
In his remarks, the Honorable Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdullahi Umar Faruk, thanked Allah for the significant occasion and praised Governor Idris describing him as the “Caterpillar of Development.”
He commended the Governor for fulfilling his campaign promises and for initiating numerous other infrastructure projects.
Engr. Faruk outlined the scope of the project, which includes the construction of an asphalt dual carriageway with side drains, culverts, demolition of structures within the right-of-way, installation of solar streetlights, and road markings.
According to him, the project cost a total of N7.23 billion, will be executed by Amirco Universal Concept Ltd. with a completion timeline of 12 months.
The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samaila Muhammadu Mera, expressed his gratitude to Governor Idris for embarking on such project in his domain.
He highlighted the Governor’s contributions to various sectors, including education and flood victim rehabilitation, and offered prayers for continued peace and progress in the state.
Dr. Hassan Mahadi, Managing Director of Amirco Universal Concept Ltd., thanked Governor Idris for his confidence in the company.
He pledged to deliver quality work and assured that the project would be completed within six months, ahead of the official schedule.