From HASSAN JIRGI Maiduguri
Borno State governor, Babagana Zulum has officially named the 72 Metro housing Estate after Vice President Kashim Shettima.
The governor also named Njimtilo 500 Housing Units after the Yobe State governor, Mai Mala Buni, in honour of their distinguished leadership.
Zulum made the announcement during the commissioning ceremony of Metro Housing Estate located in Maiduguri.
He also revealed that Shehu Sanda Kura Road has been renamed in honour of the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Garbai Elkanemi.
He reiterated that the projects stand as a testament to the administration’s unwavering commitment to provide affordable housing, improve infrastructure, and foster economic growth in Borno State.
“The Kashim Shettima Housing Estate will be allocated to military officers, security personnel and federal government workers in the state to alleviate the housing challenges for these groups”.
According to the governor, a total of 210 houses within Mai Mala 500 Housing Units will be allocated to police officers currently residing in Metro Police Barracks, facilitating the construction of a state-of-the-art International Conference Centre on the vacated site.
He emphasised that Njimtilo Housing Units, Metro Housing Units, Borno Express Flyover and the dualisation of Shehu Sanda Kura Road were designed to enhance the quality of life of residents, improve traffic flow and boost economic activities.
“Borno Express Flyover is an iconic structure that will revolutionise transportation in our state, thereby reducing travel time and providing a safer commuting experience,” the governor added.
Zulum pledged continued dedication to infrastructural development as part of his administration’s urban and rural renewal efforts.
In response, Governor Buni expressed gratitude for the honour and commended Borno State’s dedication to recovery and development.
He highlighted Yobe State’s investments in education, healthcare, agriculture and economic empowerment, mentioning a multi-billion-naira agricultural programme and a N2.93 billion initiative to support vulnerable groups and small businesses.
Buni lauded Governor Zulum for assembling a competent team to execute transformative projects and called on the people of Borno State to take ownership of these developments.
He also extended an invitation to Governor Zulum for the upcoming commissioning of legacy projects in Yobe.
