Zamfara governor launches 95-kilometre Tsafe road project with five bridges
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has flagged off construction of a 95-kilometre road network in Tsafe Local Government Area, saying it will improve security and the movement of agricultural goods. The work is divided between two contractors and includes five bridges across predominantly farming communities.
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal has flagged off construction of a 95-kilometre road network in Tsafe Local Government Area, saying the project will improve security and transport links. The scheme covers roads connecting Yandoton Daji, Cediya, Doka, Yan Waren Daji, Hayin Alhaji Bedi, Unguwar Joji and Yankuzo with Tsafe. It also includes five bridges.
The first phase, covering 47 kilometres, has been awarded to SKY Construction Company. Setraco Construction Company Limited will handle the second phase, which covers 48 kilometres. The source material does not provide the project’s cost or completion date.
At the launch, Lawal said the roads passed through predominantly agricultural communities that were important to Zamfara’s economy. He argued that reconstruction would facilitate the movement of produce and other goods, while allowing security agencies to move more easily and respond more effectively to threats. The governor described the project as part of a wider infrastructure-renewal programme across the state.
He cited the Gusau–Magami–Dansadau Road, the Zurmi–Rukudawa Road and the Mallamawa–Bukkuyum Road, including a spur to Masamar Mudi, as other routes being developed by his administration. Lawal said well-built roads were necessary for safe travel, economic activity and stronger community connections. He acknowledged the difficult circumstances facing the communities and promised that the administration would pursue timely completion.
He directed the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure to supervise the project rigorously, maintain quality assurance and ensure that contractors complied with approved engineering standards. He said contractors would be expected to deliver value for money and durable infrastructure. The governor said the road should serve more than a transport function, describing it as a potential contributor to security, economic growth and improved community life.
Construction now involves two contractors working on the two designated phases.
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