Koko-Dabai Road: Gov Idris expresses satisfaction with quality, progress of work
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has expressed satisfaction with the quality and progress of work on the 87-kilometre Koko-Dabai road.
The Governor made this known on Tuesday while inspecting various sections of the project on his way to Zuru.
A statement by Yahaya Sarki, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor, said Idris stopped at the end points of each section awarded to the respective construction companies to assess the work done so far.
At the GNIC section, after receiving briefings from the Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdullahi Umar Muslim, and the Chinese site engineer, Mr. Chong G, the governor commended the standard, pace and current level of work.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to quality, assuring the contractors that funds would be disbursed promptly once the Ministry of Works and the state Price Intelligence Unit certify the completed portions.
“This government does not make empty promises. What we say, we mean it,” the Governor stated. “We have the funds for this project. If you need anything, let us know, but I will only release money after the relevant authorities have certified your work,” he told the contractor.
Governor Idris reiterated his directive to all contractors to adhere strictly to specifications as clearly outlined in the contractual agreements.
He urged them to ignore distractions from critics who initially doubted the administration’s commitment to executing the project.
Idris noted that the three companies handling the project are working diligently to meet the 18-month completion deadline.
At the Habib Engineering section, Civil Engineer Bisher Moushli assured the Governor that the company would complete its portion on time.
The governor described Habib Engineering as a trusted name in the construction industry, assuring the company of continued government support.
“You should ignore social media criticisms about delays as long as you are working according to the terms and conditions of your agreement with the state government.”
Governor Idris also visited the ZBCC section of the road project.
The reconstruction of the Koko-Dabai road was started in January 2025, with an 18-month completion period.
Under the project scope, ZBCC is handling the 25-kilometre stretch from Dabai to GGC Mahuta; Habib Engineering, 25-kilometre section from GGC Mahuta to Marafa; and GNIC, the 37-kilometre portion from Marafa to Koko.
