By Muhammad Maitela, Damaturu
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Yobe State Council, Rajab Mohammed Isma’il, has commended the Yobe State Government for undertaking critical road construction projects across the state, particularly in rural areas.
Mr. Isma’il gave the commendation on Saturday while leading a media team on an inspection tour of completed and ongoing road projects executed by the state government.
Among the projects visited were the 2.5-kilometre Potiskum–Ngojin road and the 5-kilometre Fadawa–Daya road, both implemented by the state Ministry of Works.
He described the initiative as a testament to the government’s commitment to rural development, inclusivity, and improved mobility—especially for persons with disabilities and rural residents.
During the visit, Malam Bulama Haruna, a community leader in Ngojin, expressed gratitude to Governor Mai Mala Buni for constructing the 2.5km road, calling it a transformative intervention.
“Before now, we only saw such projects in other areas. During the rainy season, movement in and out of our community was nearly impossible,” Haruna said.
A Ngojin resident, Abdullahi Mohammed, described the road as one of the most significant developments in the community’s history.
“The road has improved accessibility, eased the transportation of farm produce, and helped patients reach medical care faster. Farming is our main occupation, and now we can easily access markets,” he added.
