President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has flagged off road rehabilitation and reconstruction projects worth ₦137 billion in Borno State, describing the initiative as a major investment in infrastructure aimed at improving security, economic activities and regional connectivity in Nigeria’s North-East.
Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the ceremony in Maiduguri, President Tinubu said the projects underscore his administration’s commitment to rebuilding critical infrastructure in conflict-affected communities and unlocking the economic potential of the region.
The projects include the rehabilitation of the Bama–Banki Road and the Dikwa–Gamboru-Ngala Road, two strategic corridors linking Nigeria with neighbouring Cameroon. The roads are expected to facilitate cross-border trade, improve the movement of agricultural produce and strengthen security operations in areas previously affected by insurgency.
Speaking at the event, Tinubu said improved road infrastructure is central to his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises economic growth, national integration and enhanced access to markets and essential services.
“The reconstruction of these roads is not just about asphalt; it is about restoring livelihoods, reconnecting communities and creating opportunities for economic development,” the President said through the Vice President.
Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum welcomed the projects, describing them as a significant intervention that will improve transportation, encourage investment and support ongoing efforts to stabilise communities recovering from years of insurgency.
According to the governor, the rehabilitation of the roads will also enhance access to farmlands, reduce travel time and lower transportation costs for residents and businesses operating within the state.
The Federal Government noted that the Bama–Banki and Dikwa–Gamboru-Ngala roads serve as vital economic and security routes, connecting Nigeria to key commercial centres in the Lake Chad Basin and facilitating regional trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
The projects are expected to generate employment opportunities during construction while improving the mobility of people, goods and security personnel across the North-East. The government said the investment forms part of broader efforts to accelerate infrastructure development and promote lasting peace and economic recovery in Borno State and the wider region.
