Gov. Kefas Commissions 2km Sokoto’s Buzaye Roads Network
Gov. Kefas Commissions 2km Sokoto’s Buzaye Roads Network
By Ankeli Emmanuel, Sokoto
Taraba state governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas Monday commissioned the 2km Buzaye road networks in Sokoto metropolis.
The roads awarded to ZBCC at the cost of over 3bn was discribed by Kefas as an investment in the future prosperity of the state.
Delivering his speech before the commissioning, governor Kefas maintained that Sokoto shares quality historical bond with Taraba state hence coming to Sokoto once again is a home coming for him.
Recalling his days in Sokoto, Kefas said, “I remember with joy my stay in Sokoto as a Major. But today, I stand here not as a guest but as a brother from a state that share historical connection with the people of Sokoto. As we speak, the tomb of two Sultan’s of Sokoto are in Taraba”, Gov. Kefas recalled.
While noting that improved public facilities leads to modernized city, Kefas stressed that the importance of good road network cannot be over emphasized.
Talking on how impressed he was with the development, governor Kefas said
“Leadership is ultimately measured by tangible impact on the lives of the pupolace’ adding, “development knows no political party, as leaders shares one constitutional responsibility to deliver good governance to his people.
“Public infrastructure deliver the greatest value when citizens take ownership. Therefore, I encourage the governor to remain steadfast and never detarred in delivering good governance to the people of the state”.
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Speaking earlier in his speech, Sokoto state governor, Ahmed Aliyu said the Buzaye Area Road Network Project, comprise of Argungu Road, Gobir Road, Lanzu Road, and other connecting roads, with a combined length of approximately two kilometres.
“Road infrastructure remains one of the most critical foundations for sustainable socio-economic development. Well-constructed roads facilitate the efficient movement of people and goods, improve access to residential communities, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, markets, and business centres, while also strengthening security, promoting environmental improvement, and stimulating economic growth.
“This project forms an integral part of our broader Urban Renewal Programme, through which our administration continues to transform the physical landscape of the Sokoto metropolis.
“Under this initiative, numerous strategic infrastructure projects have been executed to modernize our cities, improve public amenities, and create an environment that is functional, resilient, attractive, and capable of supporting sustainable economic development”. Gov. Ahmed enthused.
