By Muhd D Haidar
Jigawa state government has allocated a whopping sum of N8.3 billion for the rehabilitation of damaged infrastructure in response to the recent flood disaster that ravaged parts of the state.
The Managing Director of the Jigawa State Road Maintenance Agency (JIRMA) Engr. Abbas Muhammad Lalai, has disclosed this, saying the funds will be used to repair and reconstruct roads, bridges, and culverts washed away by the floods.
Engr. Abbas explained that tenders for the projects have been opened at the Ministry of Works and Transport, marking a significant step towards restoring the state’s road network.
According to him, the state governor Malam Umar Namadi’s administration has prioritized the rehabilitation efforts to ensure the state’s roads are safe and functional, supporting economic and social activities.
The Managing Director stated further that investment demonstrates the government’s commitment to mitigating the impact of the flood disaster and ensuring the state’s infrastructure is resilient and sustainable.