Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has vowed to reject substandard work on the ₦10.8 billion gully erosion control project in Kargo, Dutse Local Government Area, expressing disappointment over the quality of work done so far.
He revealed this during an unscheduled visit to the project site on Saturday.
Namadi faulted the contractor, Retercha Company Limited, for using substandard materials, warning that his administration would not tolerate poor workmanship.
According to the governor, his administration will not expect anything but quality work that can stand the test of time.
Governor Namadi emphasized that the project must be executed to the highest standard to serve the affected communities effectively.
“My administration will not tolerate substandard work, especially on projects aimed at improving the lives of citizens,” he warned.
He directed the contractor to promptly rectify the substandard work, emphasizing that the state government would enforce strict oversight to ensure high-quality execution.
The governor also urged the contractors to take immediate action.
“The people of Jigawa deserve the best, and we will not accept anything less.”
The project, which is supported by the World Bank under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (ACReSAL) initiative, aims to address erosion challenges in communities such as Danmasara, Yalwawa, and Kargo.
