Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has initiated the groundbreaking ceremony for a significant 118 km road project in Kontagora, Kontagora Local Government Area, as part of his administration’s urban renewal policy.
The road projects consist of the reconstruction of the 90 km Kontagora-Rijau Road, the construction of the 19.4 km Kontagora Western bypass ring road, and the 8.7 km Kontagora Eastern bypass ring road within the region.
Triacta Nigeria Ltd is tasked with the reconstruction of the Kontagora-Rijau Road, while Brosini Nigeria Ltd will handle the construction of the Western and Eastern bypass ring roads.
During the groundbreaking ceremony in Kontagora, Governor Bago emphasized that his administration is currently overseeing 1,000 km of road projects throughout the state, with 400 km designated as federal roads.
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He highlighted the importance of road development in fostering societal progress and ensuring the safety of road users, underscoring the administration’s commitment to alleviating the challenges faced by citizens traversing these roads.
Governor Bago further revealed that apart from federal approval for the reconstruction of the Kontagora-Rijau Road, the state has also obtained authorization for the dualisation of the 41 km Kakkaki-Minna Road and the 91 km Rofia-Borgu Road, both federal roads.
With Kontagora LGA serving as a pivotal hub in Niger North senatorial district and a commercial center, the enhancement of road infrastructure is expected to facilitate the seamless transportation of goods to various destinations.
The governor assured that the selected contractors have been chosen based on their proven track records and will be closely monitored to ensure the delivery of high-quality projects.
Senator Abubakar Sani Bello and Speaker AbdulMalik Sarkin Daji, in their respective statements, lauded Governor Bago’s urban renewal strategy, acknowledging its positive impact on the region.
