Yobe Council Clears ₦59.8bn for Roads, Power, Markets and Healthcare

Yobe Council Clears ₦59.8bn for Roads, Power, Markets and Healthcare

By Abubakar Musa, Damaturu

The Yobe State Executive Council has endorsed a total expenditure of ₦59.8 billion to fund a range of infrastructure and public service projects across the state.

The decision was reached at the council’s meeting held in Damaturu on Monday, where key proposals spanning multiple sectors received final approval.

Speaking to journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Information and Culture, Abdullahi Bego, said the approvals cut across critical areas, including road development, healthcare delivery, energy, transport, commerce, and sports.

According to him, the largest share of the funds—₦34.1 billion—will go into road construction projects. These include the development of a 59-kilometre road linking Kaliyari to Bayamari, as well as a 53-kilometre stretch connecting Bayamari to Geidam.

He added that ₦8.5 billion has been earmarked for market infrastructure, covering the construction of the Jajimaji Modern Market and additional works at the Machina and Buni Yadi markets.

In the energy and transport sectors, Bego said ₦5.3 billion has been approved for the acquisition of 800KVA power generators and the installation of underground armoured cables and switchgear systems at the Government House in Damaturu.

The commissioner further disclosed plans to expand solar-powered street lighting across the state, with 2,200 integrated 100-watt units to be installed in all 11 local government headquarters, including Bara, Babbangida, Dapchi, Yunusari, Fika, Damagum, Nangere, Jakusko, Jajimaji, Machina and Yusufari.

Other energy projects include the construction of a 33KV transmission line from Bukarti to Kanamma, installation of transformer substations, and expansion of the electricity distribution network in Kanamma.

He noted that public health facilities will also benefit from improved power supply, with new generators to be installed at the Specialist Hospital, Family Support Hospital and the Yobe State University Teaching Hospital in Damaturu.

Bego said the council also validated ₦5.5 billion for healthcare-related projects aimed at strengthening service delivery across the state.

Additionally, ₦3.3 billion has been approved for ongoing upgrade works at the August 27 Stadium in Damaturu as part of efforts to boost sports infrastructure.

He explained that the approvals reflect the government’s commitment to improving living standards through targeted investments in infrastructure and essential services.