Zulum Laying Foundation For Solid Recovery Of Borno- Buni
Zulum Laying Foundation For Solid Recovery Of Borno- Buni
Mai Mala Buni, Yobe State Governor, has commended the Borno State governor for his dedication to recovery and development, which is enviable to everyone despite the decade long insurgency.
According to him, “We have always identified with one another, shared the good and the challenging moments together. We have also shared the sad and unfortunate insurgency security challenge which claimed many precious lives, displaced millions of our people, and destroyed critical infrastructures, drawing us many years backwards.
“Today, Borno and Yobe states are both striving to emerge out of that challenge by adopting the Rehabilitation, Reconstruction and Recovery programme. I am indeed glad to see that we are moving so fast to improve the conditions of our people to live with dignity.
“Borno and Yobe have always been one, united by shared culture and tradition. Our states are working tirelessly to recover from the challenges of Boko Haram insurgency through our Rehabilitation, Reconstruction, and Recovery programme”, Buni stated.
Buni highlighted Yobe State’s investments in education, healthcare, agriculture and economic empowerment, mentioning a multi-billion-naira agricultural programme and a N2.93 billion initiative to support vulnerable groups and small businesses.
He lauded Governor Zulum for assembling a competent team to execute transformative projects and called on the people of Borno State to take ownership of these developments.
Buni also extended an invitation to Governor Zulum for the upcoming commissioning of legacy projects in Yobe State.
In his response, Governor Babagana Zulum officially named the 72 Metro housing estate after Vice President Kashim Shettima. He also named the Njimtilo 500 Housing Units after Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, in honour of their distinguished leadership.
Zulum made the announcement during the commissioning ceremony of Metro Housing Estate located on the former Police Ground in Maiduguri.
He revealed that the Shehu Sanda Kura Road has been renamed in honour of the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Garbai Elkanemi.
Zulum reiterated that the projects stand as a testament to the administration’s unwavering commitment to providing affordable housing, improving infrastructure, and fostering economic growth in Borno State.
“Your Excellency, your presence here today underscores the strong bond between our people and our shared commitment to regional development.
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“The Kashim Shettima Housing Estate will be allocated to military officers, security personnel, and Federal Government workers in the state to alleviate housing challenges for these groups.”
According to the Governor, a total of 210 houses within the Mai Mala 500 Housing Units will be allocated to police officers currently residing in the Metro Police Barracks, facilitating the construction of a state-of-the-art International Conference Centre on the vacated site.
Governor Zulum emphasised that Njimtilo Housing Units, Metro Housing Units, the Borno Express Flyover, and the dualisation of Shehu Sanda Kura Road are designed to enhance the quality of life for residents, improve traffic flow and boost economic activities.
“Borno Express Flyover is an iconic structure that will revolutionise transportation in our state, thereby reducing travel time and providing a safer commuting experience”, the governor added.
Zulum pledged continued dedication to infrastructure development as part of his administration’s urban and rural renewal efforts.
