Governor Uba Sani has launched the longest road constructed in the last two decades, which traverses three local governments and connects over 76 farming communities within Kaduna State.
The newly inaugurated road, which runs from Igabi through Kajuru to Chikun local government areas, features a 130-metre bridge spanning River Kaduna, serving several rural populations.
The Governor explained that the 35-kilometre asphalt road, linking Gadan Gayan via Gwaraji to Kujama Junction, is set to revolutionize transportation, agriculture, and the rural economy in the affected areas.
At the commissioning event on Monday, he referred to the project as a significant achievement in the state's infrastructure development, emphasizing its representation of his administration's inclusive, community-focused approach.
Governor Sani recalled the commencement of the project in January 2024, during which his administration committed to delivering a sustainable and efficient transport corridor.
He asserted, "Through disciplined planning, professional execution, and shared commitment, we have fulfilled that promise."
The road, according to him, offers an alternative route that alleviates congestion typically experienced in Kaduna metropolis, thereby decreasing travel times and transport costs for both commuters and traders.
"Emergency services will respond more swiftly, schoolchildren will have easier access to their classrooms, and families will enjoy improved access to healthcare, marketplaces, and social services," he noted.
Moreover, the Governor underscored the road's significance for agriculture, underlining that agriculture is the leading contributor to the economic growth of Kaduna State's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
"Connecting highly productive rural areas across three local government regions, this road directly links agricultural sites with market centres, processing facilities, and consumption points in urban areas, helping to minimize post-harvest losses and enhancing agricultural supply chains," he added.
Governor Uba Sani observed early signs of economic revitalization along the corridor, noting the emergence of new filling stations, markets, and small enterprises. "This is the often quiet but powerful multiplier effect of well- structured infrastructure," he stated.
He also pointed out that the project helps address historical disparities in public investment, particularly in Kajuru Local Government Area, one of the twelve councils that had not seen a road project in over 12 years.
"This prolonged neglect limited economic activity, a situation we find unacceptable," he remarked, pledging that his administration is reversing years of under-investment.
The commissioned road is part of a larger initiative that encompasses 140 road projects spanning a total of 1,335 kilometres throughout Kaduna State.
The Governor disclosed that 66 of the roads initiated by his administration have already been completed, with the remainder at various stages of progress, between 60% and 75% completion.
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