KANO State Governor Abba Yusuf has applauded Bola Tinubu following the approval of the review and upgrade of the Kano–Kongolom Road project valued at N334bn by the Federal Executive Council.
The governor’s commendation was contained in a statement sent to News Point Nigeria on Wednesday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin -Tofa.
Yusuf described the approval as a historic breakthrough that would transform Kano’s road network and reposition the state as a commercial and logistics hub in Northern Nigeria.
He said the redesigned project would span 132 kilometres and be constructed as a three-lane concrete carriageway equipped with solar-powered street lights and modern CCTV surveillance systems.
According to him, the Kano–Kongolom corridor links Kano with Jigawa and Katsina states, making it a strategic economic route in the North-West and a gateway for trade, agriculture and industrial growth.
“The scale of this investment shows President Tinubu’s strong commitment to the development of Kano State and the wider North-West region.
“This project will open new economic frontiers for our farmers, traders and transporters. It will also reduce travel time and improve safety for road users,” the governor said.
Yusuf also commended the Minister of Works, David Umahi, for prioritising quality infrastructure delivery and ensuring the project received federal attention.
The governor assured that the Kano State Government would provide full cooperation and create an enabling environment for contractors to ensure smooth execution and timely completion.
He added that the road project would create jobs, attract investment and strengthen Kano’s position as a regional commercial powerhouse.
“This is the result of our Kano First Agenda working together with the Renewed Hope Agenda,” Yusuf stated.
