NGO Commends Yobe Govt for Rural Road Construction
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu
The Media and Disability Care Initiative (MEDCI), a non-governmental organization, has commended the Yobe State Government for embarking on critical road construction projects across the state, particularly in rural communities.
The commendation was made by the Executive Director of MEDCI, Mr. Rajab Mohammed Isma’il, on Saturday while leading a media team on an inspection tour of completed and ongoing road projects executed by the state government.
Among the projects inspected were the 2.5-kilometre Potiskum–Ngojin Road and the 5-kilometre Fadawa–Daya Road, both handled by the State Ministry of Works.
Mr. Isma’il described the projects as a testament to the government’s commitment to rural development, inclusivity, and improved mobility for all, especially for persons with disabilities and rural dwellers.
During the visit, Malam Bulama Haruna, a community leader in Ngojin, expressed gratitude to Governor Mai Mala Buni for constructing the 2.5km road, describing it as a life-changing intervention.
“Before now, we only saw such projects happening elsewhere. During the rainy season, movement in and out of our community was almost impossible,” Haruna said.
Similarly, Abdullahi Mohammed, a resident of Ngojin, described the project as one of the best things to happen to the community in a century.
“The road has improved accessibility and made it easier to transport farm produce and patients. Farming is our main occupation, and now we can easily access markets,” he said.
In Daya community, which benefited from the 5km Fadawa–Daya road, Malam Idi Muhammed Madaki appreciated the government for delivering on a long-standing demand.
“We have been waiting for this road since the creation of the state. We thank Governor Buni and the Commissioner for Works for making it a reality,” he said.
Speaking on the project, Engr. Saleh Mustapha, Town Engineer from the Damaturu Area Office and the Resident Engineer for the Fadawa–Daya project, assured that the road would be completed within the stipulated timeframe and to the required standards.
