Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed, the Commissioner for Information and Culture in [Kebbi State](https://kebbi.gov.ng), announced on Sunday that the current administration of [Governor Nasir Idris](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nasir_Idris) has compiled a detailed "scorecard" of its infrastructure achievements, covering roads, office accommodation, transport facilities, drainage, bridges and other public works.
The briefing, held in Birnin Kebbi, was organised to assess the state’s development record as the government approaches the fourth year of its mandate. Ahmed said the inventory reflects a series of projects that serve as a down‑payment on the promises made during the governor’s campaign and aim to address years of neglect in the state’s physical infrastructure.
**What impact do the projects have on the economy?**
According to the commissioner, improved road networks and related facilities are essential for unlocking Kebbi’s economic potential. Better connectivity is expected to enhance access to health and education services, ease the movement of agricultural produce, attract private investment and speed up security and emergency responses across the state.
He reminded the audience that Kebbi’s road system had suffered decades of under‑investment, leaving many communities isolated and roads in a state of disrepair. Idris, during his election campaign, pledged to reverse this trend, and the current projects are intended to fulfil that commitment.
**Which projects were newly awarded?**
Ahmed listed several contracts, notably the rehabilitation of the 32.7‑kilometre Birnin Lafiya‑Gulma‑Natsini Road in Argungu Local Government Area, which has been given a twelve‑month completion window. He also mentioned the construction of new access roads and drainage works behind the Azbir Arena, aimed at improving local traffic flow and flood mitigation.
"These works are a down‑payment on the promises we made to the people of Kebbi," Ahmed said, expressing confidence that sustained investment in infrastructure will accelerate growth, raise productivity and improve living standards throughout the state.
The commissioner concluded by urging continued focus on public works, noting that each kilometre of road restored or built brings the state closer to its broader development goals.