Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has reiterated his commitment to addressing the infrastructure deficit in the state’s rural areas as part of his administration’s ‘Rural Transformation Agenda.’ Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction of a 21.85-kilometer road from Pambeguwa to Kauru through Kahuta, which connects the Kubau and Kauru Local Government Areas (LGAs), Sani emphasized the importance of this project to the region.
“This road is crucial to revitalizing the economies of Pambeguwa, Kauru, Kubau, and the surrounding areas,” the governor stated. He noted that agriculture is the backbone of these communities, playing a significant role in the state’s food security. However, inadequate infrastructure, especially road networks, has hindered farmers’ ability to transport their produce to markets, leading to post-harvest losses and limiting access to essential services.
“The living conditions in these areas have deteriorated due to poor infrastructure,” Sani remarked. “Our Rural Transformation Agenda is being aggressively pursued as it holds the key to unlocking the enormous potential of the state’s agricultural and informal sectors. It also addresses the challenges of poverty, unemployment, and insecurity.”
Governor Sani underscored his administration’s broader goal of bridging the urban-rural divide by upgrading road infrastructure across the state. He believes this will help curb rural-urban migration, enhance the dignity of residents, and create opportunities for both individuals and businesses.
He urged the community to cooperate fully with the contractors to ensure the timely completion of the road project. Sani added that upon completion, the road would reduce post-harvest losses, lower transportation costs, and provide employment opportunities for skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled labor during the construction period.
“It is my honor and privilege to perform the groundbreaking for the reconstruction of this vital 21.85-kilometer road,” the governor concluded.
