Etsu Nupe Praises Tinubu and Bago for Road Reconstruction

Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu Nupe and Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, commended President Bola Tinubu and Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger for the planned reconstruction of the Lambata-Lapai-Bida road. This commendation was made during a conversation with newsmen at his Wadata Palace in Bida.

The official flag-off ceremony for the reconstruction and dualisation of the Lambata-Lapai-Bida-Mokwa-Makera-Kontagora federal highway occurred on October 13. Abubakar stated that the project would significantly benefit motorists, commuters, and transport operators, particularly those moving goods between the northern and southern regions of Nigeria.

He highlighted the road's strategic importance for facilitating the movement of people and goods, noting its deteriorating condition had caused hardships for road users. The Etsu Nupe expressed optimism that the reconstruction would enhance road safety and connectivity, particularly benefiting communities reliant on agriculture and trade.

He praised the decision to use concrete for the reconstruction, which is expected to ensure durability and reduce repair frequency.