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Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has committed to addressing the infrastructure deficit in rural areas with the launch of a significant road project. Here are the key details:
- New Road Project
- Governor Sani inaugurated the reconstruction of a 21.85-kilometer road stretching from Pambeguwa to Kauru via Kahuta, linking Kubau and Kauru Local Government Areas (LGAs).
- The road is considered crucial for revitalizing the economies of the regions it connects.
- Economic Impact
- The governor highlighted that the road will enhance agricultural productivity by improving farmers’ access to markets, thereby reducing post-harvest losses and transportation costs.
- Improved infrastructure is expected to boost local food security and economic activities.
- Rural Transformation Agenda
- Sani’s administration has launched a “Rural Transformation Agenda” aimed at improving rural infrastructure to address poverty, unemployment, and insecurity.
- The agenda is part of a broader effort to bridge the urban-rural divide, improve living conditions, and create opportunities for residents and businesses.
- Community Involvement
- The governor urged the local community to support the contractors to ensure the project’s timely completion.
- The construction is expected to provide employment opportunities for skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled labor.
- Broader Goals
- By enhancing road networks, Sani aims to curb rural-urban migration, improve residents’ quality of life, and foster economic growth in rural areas.
Governor Sani’s focus on rural infrastructure reflects his administration’s commitment to unlocking the potential of Kaduna State’s agricultural and informal sectors.
