By Aminu Garko
Kano, Dec. 18, 2025 (NAN) – In a significant development for Kano State’s infrastructure, Governor Abba Yusuf has publicly commended President Bola Tinubu for the Federal Executive Council’s approval of ₦47 billion to complete the long-stalled Wuju-Wuju road project. This federal intervention marks a pivotal moment for a critical artery in Nigeria’s commercial heartland.
The governor’s appreciation was conveyed in a statement by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature, following the state’s 35th Executive Council meeting. The announcement provides a case study in inter-governmental collaboration, political follow-through, and the high stakes of urban infrastructure in Nigeria’s most populous state.
Context: A Project Resurrected
Governor Yusuf provided crucial historical context, noting that the Wuju-Wuju road was originally initiated in 2013 under the administration of Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso. However, the project was effectively stalled for the subsequent eight years under the preceding state administration. This hiatus highlights a common challenge in Nigerian governance: the discontinuity of projects across political administrations, which leads to wasted resources and delayed development. [[PEAI_MEDIA_X]] Upon assuming office, Yusuf’s administration conducted a careful assessment and determined that federal assistance was necessary to resurrect and complete the project, given its scale and strategic importance.
The Mechanics of the Approval
The governor described President Tinubu’s swift consideration and approval as a “clear demonstration of responsive leadership.” The ₦47 billion allocation, sanctioned for what is termed a “multi-purpose road,” suggests the project likely includes ancillary infrastructure such as drainage, lighting, and possibly utility ducts—essential components for modern urban corridors. This federal endorsement is particularly notable for Kano, a state often seen as an opposition stronghold, and may signal a broader federal strategy of engaging with states on the basis of developmental need rather than purely political alignment.
The Legislative Key: Hon. Abubakar Bichi’s Role
A central figure in this narrative is Hon. Abubakar Bichi, Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations. Governor Yusuf lauded Bichi for his “consistency, commitment, and relentless follow-up,” detailing a lobbying effort that stretched “from the National Assembly to the Presidential Villa.” This underscores the often-underreported but critical role of legislators as project champions and liaisons between their constituencies and the federal government. Yusuf credited Bichi with standing firm from the initial request to the final approval, ensuring Kano’s interests were protected. He held Bichi up as a “worthy ambassador” and a model of “results-driven representation,” urging other federal lawmakers from the state to emulate this dedication irrespective of party affiliation.
[[PEAI_MEDIA_X]] Yusuf further recognized Bichi’s portfolio of facilitated projects, which includes the International Conference Centre along Maiduguri Road and a proposed international-standard stadium in Bichi. This points to a concerted effort to secure federal capital projects that can boost Kano’s economy, tourism, and status as a major hub.
Broader Implications and Future Appeals
Looking beyond the Wuju-Wuju road, Governor Yusuf appealed directly to President Tinubu to approve additional mega-projects for Kano. He reaffirmed his administration’s readiness to partner with the Federal Government to “fast-track sustainable development.” This appeal is strategic; as the nation’s commercial and population center, Kano’s infrastructure deficits have national ramifications. Improved road networks reduce logistics costs, ease congestion, and stimulate economic activity far beyond state borders.
In closing, Governor Yusuf assured Kano residents that his government would continue to pursue strategic collaborations that deliver “tangible benefits and lasting infrastructure development.” The Wuju-Wuju road deal, therefore, is more than a news item; it is a template for how state-federal partnerships, driven by determined advocacy, can break years of inertia and deliver critical infrastructure to the Nigerian people. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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Edited by Bashir Rabe Mani
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