Uba Sani Disburses ₦2 Billion for Road Construction Impact

Governor Uba Sani disclosed that his administration has compensated around 4,865 households at a cost of about ₦7 billion for property affected by ongoing road constructions over the past three and a half years. This announcement was made during the flagging off of compensation payments to 865 households, totaling approximately ₦2 billion, for the construction of Zaria, Giwa, and Shika township roads.

Since taking office on May 29, 2023, Uba Sani emphasized that development should enhance human dignity and that the fairness of infrastructure delivery is crucial for citizens' perception of government. He noted that the reconstruction of 11 township roads in Zaria and Sabon Gari Local Government Areas aims to improve connectivity and economic activity.

The compensation payments are intended to assist affected families in relocating and rebuilding their lives, fulfilling an obligation to those whose properties are needed for public development. The event took place at Waziri Lawal Primary School in Zaria city.