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Yobe: Works highlights achievements in 2024
Yobe: Works highlights achievements in 2024
By: Yahaya Wakili
Yobe State Ministry of Works, under the able leadership of Commissioner Engr. Umar Wakil Duddaye, is proud to highlight its achievements in infrastructural development and other services right from January to December, 2024.
The commissioner disclosed this in a press release signed by him made available to newsmen in Damaturu, the state capital.
He maintained that the administration of Governor Mai Mala Buni, CON, COMN, has demonstrated exceptional commitment to the state’s growth, earning widespread acclaim from its citizens.
The commissioner further revealed that the ministry in the year 2024 has successfully completed projects, which include a 25-kilometer road constructed as a Damaturu-Kalallawa dual carriageway at a cost of #1,519,787.27. A vital road connecting Jajimaji to Karasuwa at a cost of #2,025,349,864.95, Road and drainage systems were constructed in Damagum town, Fune LGA, at a cost of #530,362,211.96; the ministry also constructed a 10-kilometer road from Chumbusko to Tagali at a cost of #3,372,110,570.75.
Other roads and drainages were completed by the ministry of works in the year 2024, constructed of 2.6 kilometers of roads and drainage systems in Potiskum town at a cost of #582,939,420.91 and 2.3 kilometers of roads and drainage systems in Jajimaji town, the headquarters of Karasuwa LGA, at a cost of #788,087,605.52. Rehabilitation of the road from Biriri to Babbangida along Damaturu road to Gashua road in Tarmuwa LGA at a cost of #98,600,000.00; rehabilitation of the road from Katarko to Goniri, including stratification, earthworks, and construction of culverts in Gujba LGA at a cost of #62,814,252.50.
Engr. Duddaye maintained that the ministry repairs carried out on the road from Buni Yadi to Buni Gari in Gujba LGA also at a cost of #69,853,752.48, and earthworks constructed to approach Kayayya Bridge in Geidam LGA at a cost of #294,901,307.31, A triple box culvert was constructed at Kayayya Bridge in Geidam LGA, also at a cost of #32,854,054.70, and asphalting of the entrance to Bukar Abba Ibrahim Estate along Potiskum Road at a cost of #93,121,151.75.
He explained that the ministry is currently working on the rehabilitation of the road from Geidam to Bukarti at a cost of #1,149,115,135.94. Rehabilitation of Kanamma junction in Yunusari LGA at a cost of #2,635,696,348.32, Construction of the road from Nguru to Balanguwa at a cost of #1,074,014,000, Construction of a 25.5-kilometer earth road from Gashua to Masaba at a cost of #4,461,806,746.76, Construction of a 22.5-kilometer road from Fika to Maluri in Fika LGA at a cost of #2,244,186,388.35.
Other projects under the year review include the construction of the road from Kukuri to Chukuriwa up to Dawasa in the Nangere LGA at a cost of #1,245,440,640.00, the construction of the Damaturu city gate to the capital city at a cost of #860,386,655.27, the construction of 4.2 kilometers of road and 8.4 kilometers of line drains in Potiskum town at a cost of #1,181,422,495.56, and the construction of a 4-kilometer road from Nguru to the highway to Karasuwa.
The Commissioner used the forum to commend Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, CON, COMN, Chiroman Gujba, for the support that enabled the success of the ministry in the outgoing year 2024.
Yobe: Works highlights achievements in 2024
Troops Foil Bandit Attack in Dabai Town, Kebbi
By: Zagazola Makama
A swift response by the Nigerian troops in Kebbi has foiled a bandit attack on Dabai Town, forcing the assailants to flee after a gun battle with security operatives.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred around 2 a.m. when suspected bandits attempted to invade the town.
“Security forces were immediately dispatched to intercept the assailants and engaged them in a fierce exchange of gunfire,” the source said. “Overwhelmed by superior firepower, the bandits abandoned their mission and escaped.”
While no casualties were reported, security operatives have intensified patrols in the area to prevent further attacks.
Troops Foil Bandit Attack in Dabai Town, Kebbi
Unidentified Woman Dies After Jumping Off Third Mainland Bridge
By: Zagazola Makama
An unidentified woman has died after allegedly jumping off the Third Mainland Bridge into the University of Lagos (UNILAG) waterfront, an intelligence source has confirmed.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident happened around 3 p.m. on Thursday.
“We received information that a woman suddenly stopped on the bridge and jumped into the water. No identification documents were found on her,” the source said.
According to the source, the Marine Police Division in Akoka was alerted about an hour later, prompting a swift response from a team of marine police officers.
“She was pulled out of the water and rushed to the UNILAG shore, where medical personnel examined her. Unfortunately, she was confirmed dead,” the source added.
The woman’s remains have since been deposited at the Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH) morgue in Yaba for preservation and autopsy.
Meanwhile, another Police sources said that the Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation to establish her identity and uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The investigation is ongoing, and we urge anyone with information about the deceased to come forward,” said Police sources.
Unidentified Woman Dies After Jumping Off Third Mainland Bridge
Kidnapped Catholic Priest Rescued in Edo
By: Zagazola Makama
The Edo State Police Command has rescued Rev. Father Philip Mario Ekweli, who was kidnapped on March 13 in Aghenebode, Etsako East Local Government Area.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the he priest, who serves at St. Peter’s Apostle Catholic Church, Iviukhua Community, was rescued on Thursday at about 4:52 p.m. in Amughe Community.
Security agencies have intensified search and bush-combing operations to track down the kidnappers and ensure the safety of other residents.
Kidnapped Catholic Priest Rescued in Edo
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