Gov Lawal flags off 95km road project in Tsafe to boost security

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal inaugurated a 95-kilometre road project in Tsafe Local Government Area, emphasizing its potential to enhance security, transportation and economic growth. The governor performed the ceremonial flag-off on Sunday, marking the commencement of construction for roads connecting Yandoton Daji, Cediya, Doka, Yan Waren Daji, Hayin Alhaji Bedi, Unguwar Joji and Yankuzo to Tsafe, along with five bridges.

The project is divided into two phases - the first covering 47 kilometres, awarded to SKY Construction Company, and the second phase spanning 48 kilometres, managed by Setraco Construction Company Limited. Lawal highlighted the project's focus on predominantly agricultural communities that are vital to the state's economy, stating that the government prioritized it to bolster peace and stability in the region.

He further explained that the road would facilitate the movement of goods and bolster the operational capacity of security agencies, thereby enhancing their response to threats and attacks. The governor also underscored the project's role in his administration's broader infrastructure renewal initiative to reconnect communities and address existing infrastructure deficits.

The Tsafe road project, coupled with other ongoing road projects like the Gusau-Magami-Dansadau Road, Zurmi-Rukudawa Road, and Mallamawa-Bukkuyum Road with a spur to Masamar Mudi, demonstrates the administration's commitment to improving connectivity. Lawal assured that the government would oversee the project's timely completion, urging contractors to uphold value for money, quality standards, and long-lasting infrastructure.

He expressed confidence that the road would foster community ties and contribute to Zamfara State's economic development.