By Mubarak Mahmud
Bauchi State House of Assembly has called on the State Government to prioritise road construction, electricity extension and drainage projects in some parts of the state to improve residents’ living conditions and promote socioeconomic development.
The calls followed motions presented by members representing the affected constituencies, highlighting the challenges facing communities due to poor road access, lack of electricity and inadequate drainage infrastructure.
The member representing Azare/Madangala Constituency, Zakariyya Sale, urged government to construct a road linking the Maiduguri Expressway to Bidawa community in Katagum Local Government Area.
He said the road would improve access to a mosque and Islamic learning centre, while facilitating commercial activities and the movement of residents, farmers and traders.
Similarly, member representing Udubo Constituency Ahmed Muhammed Lele called for the completion of an electricity extension project from Raga to Danchuwa, Samo, Aido, Gayawa and Malam Bakari communities.
He explained that the project, initiated during the administration of former Governor Ahmed Adamu Mu’azu, remained incomplete, leaving residents and businesses without reliable electricity.
Still during plenary, The house has also called for the construction of standard drainage systems and rehabilitation of damaged roads in Katagum Town of Zaki local government to address recurring flooding, erosion and deteriorating infrastructure.
The member representing Katagum Constituency, Bello Muhammed Maiwa, said the situation had continued to threaten lives and property, disrupt commercial activities and restrict access to essential services.
The lawmakers urged the government to make adequate budgetary provisions and direct relevant ministries and agencies to expedite the projects. The lawmakers urged the State Government to make adequate budgetary provisions and direct relevant ministries and agencies to expedite the projects. They maintained that the interventions would improve transportation, support businesses, enhance access to healthcare and education, and strengthen economic activities in the affected communities.
Contributing to the motions, other lawmakers stressed the need for timely government intervention, noting that improved infrastructure was essential to the wellbeing of residents and sustainable development across the state.