Bauchi Assembly Seeks Urgent Reconstruction of Key Rural Road in Zungur/Galambi
By Ahmed Ahmed
The Bauchi State House of Assembly has called on the Executive Arm of Government to urgently rehabilitate and construct a vital rural road linking several communities in Zungur/Galambi Constituency to enhance economic growth and improve access to essential services.
The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Sa’idu Yusuf Ahmed and co-sponsored by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman, the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Umaru Jamilu Dahiru, alongside other lawmakers.
Presenting the motion during plenary, Hon. Ahmed decried the poor condition of the 24 to 25-kilometre road connecting Kangere, Eole, Bidolo, Zangon Gelan, Unguwan Makaman Gelan, Gaftan Makera, Dagun, Gunduman Musal and Burum.
He noted that the road, last rehabilitated during the Tatari administration, has deteriorated significantly, causing hardship for residents.
He explained that the situation has limited access to markets, healthcare, education, and other socio-economic opportunities, particularly affecting agrarian communities dependent on the road for transporting farm produce.
According to him, rehabilitating the road would reduce post-harvest losses, boost rural-urban connectivity, strengthen security response, and support poverty reduction efforts.
The House urged the Executive to prioritize the project and make adequate budgetary provisions. It also mandated its relevant committee to conduct an on-the-spot assessment.
Speaking after plenary, Hon. Ahmed emphasized the constituency’s agricultural importance and noted that poor road conditions continue to hinder access to healthcare despite ongoing improvements in local facilities.
