ICYMI: Tinubu flags off major road construction projects in North-Central

Economy & Policy, Politics

ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, on Thursday represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the official flag-off of the construction of the Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe–Maiduguri Highway in Akwanga, Nasarawa State.

Yilwatda also represented the President at the commissioning of a flyover, modern streetlights and several kilometres of roads completed by the administration of Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, in Akwanga.

In a separate engagement, the APC National Chairman represented President Tinubu at the flag-off of the rehabilitation of the Babban Lamba–Sharam Phase II Road in Kanke Local Government Area of Plateau State.

He described the road project as a strategic investment that would improve connectivity, boost economic activities and strengthen security across the corridor.

“This important road project is more than infrastructure; it is a strategic investment that will connect communities, stimulate businesses, shorten travel distance by more than 100 kilometres, create jobs, and improve the security of the corridor through the deployment of modern technology, street lighting and police stations,” Yilwatda said.

He conveyed President Tinubu’s commitment to accelerating infrastructure development across the North-Central region, noting that the administration is currently executing 61 federal road projects in the zone.

According to him, the President’s four flagship legacy infrastructure projects are designed to connect all six geopolitical zones and promote inclusive national development.

Yilwatda also commended the host communities for their support and urged the contractor handling the Babban Lamba–Sharam road project to complete the work on schedule while prioritising the employment of local residents.

He noted that the project holds special historical significance, being the birthplace of the former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon.

The APC chairman expressed appreciation to traditional rulers and residents for what he described as the warm reception accorded to President Tinubu during the events.

He reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to delivering critical infrastructure that promotes economic growth, improves transportation and enhances the quality of life of Nigerians.