The Speaker says the Bassa road project will ease transportation, boost agricultural activities and stimulate socio-economic development in Kokona LGA.
By Yahaya Idris
LAFIA, Nasarawa State — The Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Dr. Danladi Jatau, has commended Governor Abdullahi Sule for awarding the contract for the construction of Bassa Road in Kokona Local Government Area of the state.
Jatau, in a statement personally signed and made available to journalists in Lafia, expressed appreciation to the governor for approving the road project, describing it as the fulfilment of a long-standing aspiration of his community.
The Speaker said the construction of Bassa Road would address one of the major challenges confronting his immediate community, particularly in the areas of transportation, agricultural production and socio-economic development.
He expressed joy over the approval, describing Governor Sule as a “God-sent” to the people of Nasarawa State.
According to him, the completion of the road would significantly improve the movement of people and agricultural produce, facilitate commercial activities and enhance the general living conditions of residents.
Jatau also commended the governor for what he described as the foundation laid through people-oriented projects across the state.
“I want to commend our ‘Talk and Do’ Governor, Engr. A.A. Sule, for his leadership in the state.
“I have said it before now that Governor Sule is a God-sent to the state. He has laid a solid foundation, which is why everybody is copying from him.
“I want to thank the governor for approving the construction of Bassa Road. On behalf of the people of Bassa, we are grateful, sir,” the Speaker said.
Jatau Assures APC of Massive Votes
The Speaker also assured Governor Sule and the All Progressives Congress (APC) of strong electoral support from the people of Bassa, attributing the anticipated support to the administration’s development initiatives.
“Your Excellency, let me assure you publicly that this time around, you will see the massive votes that will come from my people for the APC. I assure you of that,” he said.
Jatau, however, called on political leaders and residents to reject ethnic and religious divisions, stressing the need for unity and peaceful coexistence to promote sustainable development.
He urged the people of Nasarawa State to see themselves as one family, irrespective of their ethnic or religious backgrounds.
The Speaker further reaffirmed the commitment of the 7th Nasarawa State House of Assembly, under his leadership, to provide the necessary support to the governor to advance the development agenda of the state.
Speaker Pledges Support for Contractors
Jatau also assured the contractors handling the Bassa Road construction project of the necessary cooperation and support to enable them to execute the work without unnecessary hindrances.
He expressed optimism that the project, when completed, would improve connectivity, ease the transportation of farm produce and open up greater economic opportunities for residents of Bassa and neighbouring communities.
The road project is expected to address longstanding transportation challenges in the area and contribute to the development of Kokona Local Government Area.