Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the Kano–Kongolom road upgrade.
The Federal Executive Council approved the project during its meeting in Abuja.
The road project is valued at ₦334 billion.
Additionally, the redesigned highway will span 132 kilometres.
Officials said contractors will construct the road as a three-lane concrete carriageway.
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Furthermore, the project will include solar-powered street lights and CCTV surveillance systems.
Governor Yusuf said the project will transform road connectivity across northern Nigeria.
Meanwhile, the highway will link Kano State, Jigawa State, and Katsina State.
He described the corridor as a critical route for trade, agriculture, and logistics in the North-West.
Additionally, the governor said the approval reflects Tinubu’s commitment to infrastructure development in the region.
“This project will open new economic opportunities for farmers, traders, and transporters,” Yusuf said.
He added that the highway will also reduce travel time and improve safety for road users.
Furthermore, the governor commended David Umahi for prioritising quality road infrastructure nationwide.
