Yobe State Governor, Mai Buni, on Friday commissioned the Katsina State Government’s reconstructed 39-kilometre Shargalle–Dutsi–Ingawa single carriageway asphaltic concrete road.
- +Gov Buni Commissions Katsina’s N13.9 Billion 39KM Shargalle–Dutsi–Ingawa Road
The project, executed for N13.9 billion, connects key communities and serves as a vital economic corridor for agriculture, trade, and social development across the benefiting areas.
The project, executed for N13.9 billion, connects key communities and serves as a vital economic corridor for agriculture, trade, and social development across the benefiting areas.
He described the project as a strategic infrastructure that will significantly boost economic activities and improve the living standards of the people.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony held at Ingawa town, Ingawa LGA, Katsina, Governor Radda said the project reflects his administration’s strong commitment to infrastructure renewal, inclusive growth, and rural development.
He explained that the road will reduce travel time, enhance safety, and open up new economic opportunities for residents of Shargalle, Dutsi, Ingawa, and surrounding communities.
He expressed appreciation to Governor Buni for attending the commissioning ceremony as the special guest of honour.
He further noted the historical significance of the road, explaining that it was originally constructed during the administration of the late Governor Balarabe Musa and later reconstructed under the late President Umaru Musa Yar’adua while serving as Governor of Katsina State.
“This project is not just a road; it is a vital economic corridor that connects our communities, supports agriculture and trade, and improves the daily lives of our people,” the Governor stated.
“Today, we have built on that legacy by modernising this road to meet current needs and future demands,” he said.
He urged residents of the benefiting communities to take ownership of the project by protecting it and ensuring its sustainability.
“Let me assure the good people of Katsina State that we will continue to work tirelessly to fulfil our mandate and deliver more dividends of democracy,” he assured.
In his remarks, Buni commended Governor Radda for the successful reconstruction and modernisation of the road after over five decades, describing it as a major milestone in Katsina State’s development.
He noted that the project reflects strong leadership, vision, and regional cooperation.
“This road is a critical investment in infrastructure. It will improve transportation, enhance connectivity, and boost trade, agriculture, and socio-economic activities across the benefiting communities,” Buni said.
He further acknowledged the historical evolution of the road, first built under the late Balarabe Musa and later reconstructed under the late Umaru Musa Yar’adua.
“The present upgrade meets current development needs while also addressing the future demands of the benefiting communities,” he added.
At the event, Buni received a large number of decampees from opposition parties into the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing their decision as a positive step towards strengthening unity and political stability in the state and across the country.
Earlier in his address, the State Commissioner for Works, Housing and Transport, Engr. Sani Magaji Ingawa disclosed that the 39km project was delivered for N13.9 billion.
He explained that the road improves connectivity between Shargalle, Dutsi, and Ingawa, enhances trade and agricultural activities, reduces travel time, and improves safety.
The event was attended by the Speaker of the Katsina State House of Assembly, Hon. Nasir Yahaya Daura, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Engr. Dr. Muttaqa Rabe Darma, former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. Abdullahi Garba Faskari, the Head of Service, Alhaji Falalu Bawale, the Chief of Staff, Hon. Abdulkadir Mamman Nasir, and the Principal Private Secretary, Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Turaji.
Also present were members of the State Executive Council, local government chairmen, state lawmakers, the Emir of Daura, HRH Dr. Umar Faruk Umar, representatives of Katsina Emirate, and other dignitaries.
