KOKO Business · 21 Oct 2026
Niger State Road Project Flagged as Strategic Development Milestone

Special Assistant on Media Rabiu Ibrahim stated that Idris emphasized the road project's significance at the Bida flag-off ceremony in Niger State on Tuesday. He described the event as a defining moment for both Niger State and Nigeria, noting that the construction initiative represents concrete investments aimed at expanding economic opportunities and improving citizens' quality of life.
Idris credited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritizing infrastructure development and Niger State Governor Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago for securing federal support for state development priorities. He also acknowledged Minister of Works Senator David Umahi’s contributions to the federal road infrastructure program.
The initiative, Idris explained, lays the foundations for lasting national development through targeted investments in infrastructure that enhance economic opportunities and citizen well-being.