Gov. Inuwa Commits ₦77bn to Roads, Inspects Underpass, Key Urban Projects in Gombe

By Auwal Ahmad Umar

Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya on Tuesday said his administration has committed more than ₦77 billion to road infrastructure projects aimed at transforming Gombe city and improving economic activities.

The governor disclosed this during an inspection tour of ongoing projects across the state capital on Tuesday, where he assessed the progress of major road networks and urban renewal works.

The projects, according to officials, span key locations including the Shehu Abubakar District, the ongoing city centre underpass, the Yemi Osinbajo Southern Bypass, and the Three Arms Zone.

At the site of the 76.5-metre underpass, Governor Yahaya expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work, describing the project as critical to reducing traffic congestion and improving connectivity within the metropolis.

“We have committed over ₦77 billion to strategic road infrastructure because we understand that modern roads are the backbone of economic growth and urban development,” the governor said.

“This underpass and the surrounding road network will significantly ease traffic and improve movement within the city.”

He urged contractors to maintain high standards and ensure timely completion of all projects.

The Project Manager of Triacta Nigeria Limited, Imran Amin Khan, said the underpass represents the most extensive tunnel project undertaken by the company.

“This is the largest tunnel project we have handled, and it reflects the ambitious scale of infrastructure development currently ongoing in Gombe State,” he said.

During a visit to the Three Arms Zone, which houses major government institutions, the governor commended the level of work done and reiterated his administration’s commitment to quality execution.

“Funding will not be a problem. We have made adequate provisions to ensure that all these projects are completed without unnecessary delays,” Gov. Yahaya added.

He said the investment in road infrastructure is designed to enhance mobility, boost commerce and support long-term urban development.

Officials of the Ministry of Works told the governor that the projects remain on schedule, with monitoring mechanisms in place to ensure compliance with specifications and timelines.