The Kaduna State Government has unveiled a sweeping infrastructure initiative, allocating ₦3.5 billion (approximately $2.3 million) in compensation for property owners affected by a new phase of road construction and rehabilitation across its 23 Local Government Areas. Announced during a media briefing on Thursday, the project forms part of Governor Uba Sani’s Rural Transformation and Urban Renewal Agenda, approved by the State Executive Council to address connectivity gaps and spur economic growth.
Dr. Abdullahi Baba Ahmed, Managing Director of the Kaduna State Roads Agency (KADRA), emphasized that the compensation package aims to resolve land access disputes and streamline project implementation. “These roads are more than infrastructure—they are pathways to opportunity,” he said, underscoring the administration’s goal to ensure “no community is left behind.” The selected projects prioritize trade corridors, rural-urban linkages, and access to essential services such as education and healthcare.
Key developments include the reconstruction of Rigasa Township Roads in Igabi LGA, upgrades to Kwoi Township Roads in Jaba LGA, and an asphaltic route connecting the Kachia-Zonkwa Road to the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia LGA. Urban centers will see the completion of a dual carriageway from PAN Drive to Sabon Tasha in Chikun LGA, while rural areas like Lere LGA gain improved connectivity through the Kayarda Tasha-Maskawa-Dan Alhaji Road.
Since Governor Sani assumed office, over 780 kilometers of roads have been built or rehabilitated, including legacy projects initiated under previous administrations. Dr. Ahmed described the current phase as a “pivotal moment” for Kaduna’s infrastructure, stressing rigorous oversight to ensure cost-effectiveness and timely delivery. The initiative builds on efforts dating back to the tenure of late Governor Patrick Yakowa, reflecting a multi-administration commitment to modernization.
Residents and stakeholders have welcomed the plan, citing its potential to reduce travel time, boost local economies, and improve access to education and healthcare. With compensation addressing displacement concerns, the government aims to balance development with community welfare, positioning Kaduna as a model for inclusive growth in Nigeria’s northern region.
