Kaduna state Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has on Sunday said the security efforts in Birnin- Gwari, the troubled Local Government has began to yield
positive result.
The governor who commended the various agencies enforcing security in the bandits troubled Birnin-Gwari and environs, said there has been stability in the area, especially on the highway, in the last six months.
The governor who made the remarks while flagging-off 35.6 kilometers road linking 62 agrarian communities of Birnin-Gwari to the market, however expressed confidence that, with sustained security operations in the area, the economy of Birnin-Gwari will bounce back in no distance future.
Speaking on the 35.6 kilometers road, which is billed to start from Bagoma to Gagumi through Ungwan Fari, Idi Labo, Awaro, Tashan Keji and Sabon Layi, Governor Sani said, the road when completed will link 62 farming communities to the market.
He said, his administration has prioritized rural transformation to boost the economy of the rural communities and minimize rural-urban migration.
According to him, “My presence here to flag off the re-construction of this 35.6km road from Bagoma to Gagumi through Ungwan Fari, Idi Labo, Awaro, Tashan Keji, and Sabon Layi marks the beginning of the restoration of peace and stability to this long suffering and troubled Local Government.
“Birnin Gwari Local Government is a major gateway to many parts of Nigeria. It is a resource – rich local government. It has huge mineral deposits and arable land for farming. It also has a large forest that has been a source of pain for the citizens and a challenge to security forces. We are however making progress in our efforts at stabilizing the situation. We are committed to facilitating the resumption of business activities in this local government. We want the people to pick up the pieces of their shattered lives.
“Our administration’s Rural Transformation Drive is fast gathering momentum. We are addressing our infrastructural deficits, bridging the urban – rural divide, reinventing local economies, boosting agriculture, and making rural living a pleasurable experience. We are also targeting the urban poor. They have suffered years of utter neglect. We are committed to building of infrastructure in areas where they inhabit.
“Our administration has prioritized infrastructure development, especially road infrastructure. Good roads enhance economic development and enables security agencies to respond swiftly to emergency situations. Since we assumed office in 2023, we have performed the groundbreaking of 62 roads across Kaduna State, totalling 817km. Some of the roads have been completed and commissioned, while others are in advanced stages of completion.
“When completed, this road will significantly improve the social and economic conditions of the people. It will enhance movement of people and agricultural produce from farms to markets, and reduce post-harvest losses. It will also enhance the security of the communities. Direct and indirect jobs will be created during the construction period.”
Earlier, the Emir of BirninGwari, Malam Subair Jibril Maigwari II. expressed appreciation to the Governor and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for fulfilling their promises to bring developmental projects to the neglected Birnin-Gwari Local Government Area.
He was particularly excited by the news that President Tinubu has given directive for the reconstruction of the long dilapidated Kaduna-Birnin Gwari highway.
