Northern Pulse

By Sani Idris Abdulrahman, NAN Kaduna

The ongoing road construction under Governor Uba Sani’s Urban Poor and Rural Transformation Initiative has continued to attract commendation from residents across Kaduna metropolis.

The project is improving the transportation of goods and easing the movement of residents, while also giving the city a renewed outlook and boosting economic and social activities.

Newsmen report that the initiative is transforming previously neglected communities, improving mobility, and strengthening regional integration through strategic access roads across the metropolis.

Beyond critical road construction, the Urban Roads Initiative has become a lifeline for residents, facilitating commerce, reducing travel time, and enhancing connectivity between northern and southern Kaduna.

The ongoing projects are designed to stimulate economic activities and improve living standards in densely populated and pre-urban communities.

Residents note that the completion of major link roads has eased traffic congestion around the stadium roundabout and bridge.

They say the development has strengthened intercity connections and reduced long detours previously faced by commuters.

Governor Uba Sani’s administration is also focusing on intercity settlements that have suffered years of neglect due to poor road networks.

The improved connectivity is already reflecting in increased commercial movement and better access to social services.

Many residents believe the projects would further accelerate development once fully completed.

Idris Ibrahim, a resident of Kabala Costain, said the previous administration only constructed about 30 to 40 per cent of the bridge.

He said Governor Uba Sani completed the project to about 100 per cent, describing the effort as commendable.

Ibrahim thanked the governor for delivering what he described as a "long-awaited intervention".

Mohammed Abubakar, also a resident of Kabala Costain, said the new road will link Kabala Costain to Barnawa with ease.

He explained that residents would no longer need to pass through the stadium route before reaching Barnawa.

Abubakar added that the road would bring development and make transportation easier for the community.

Saidu Haruna, a resident of Zango Road, believes Governor Uba Sani will ensure the road project is completed.

He noted that the road, if completed, would bring relief to residents who are waiting for years.

Haruna described the project as a sign of commitment to urban development.

Jibril Mohammed, a resident of Tudun Wada, said residents had suffered for many years due to the poor condition of the road in Tudun Wada.

He said the problem affected not only his community but many road users across the area.

Mohammed expressed optimism that the new road would end years of hardship.

With several projects ongoing under the Urban Roads and Rural Transformation Initiative, residents are hopeful of improved connectivity between the metropolis and surrounding rural settlements.

They believe the projects would enhance economic growth, social integration, and overall well-being across Kaduna State.