The Kebbi State Government says the construction of 250 housing units under the Kauran Gwandu Housing Project has reached 80 per cent completion.

Governor Nasir Idris disclosed this on Tuesday while inspecting the project site on the outskirts of Birnin Kebbi.

The governor expressed satisfaction with the progress of work and commended the contractor for adhering to the approved specifications.

Idris, however, warned contractors handling government projects across the state against compromising standards.

“I am happy about the performance of the contractor, but let me sound a word of warning that Kebbi State Government will not condone shoddy job from any contractor engaged in project execution.”

Kebbi targets timely completion

The governor expressed confidence that the 250 housing units would be completed within the stipulated timeframe, paving the way for their allocation to prospective occupants.

He said the project was part of his administration’s efforts to provide decent and affordable accommodation for residents of the state.

Kebbi buys Federal Government housing units

Idris also disclosed that his administration had purchased the Federal Government’s housing units in Birnin Kebbi.

According to him, payment for the estate had been completed and the necessary documents acquired by the state government.

He said the government would soon award a contract for the completion of the estate.

“Very soon, the state government will award the contract for completion of the estate in furtherance of action by my administration to provide requisite and decent accommodation to our people.”

The governor urged contractors working on government projects to maintain quality standards and ensure timely delivery.

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Kebbi’s 250-Home Estate Reaches 80% Completion

Construction of the 250-unit Kauran Gwandu Housing Estate in Kebbi State has reached approximately 80 per cent completion, according to Governor Nasir Idris.

The governor disclosed the project’s progress during an inspection of the development, where he expressed satisfaction with the quality of work and the pace of construction.

Idris commended the contractor for complying with the approved building specifications and maintaining the required construction standards.

He directed other companies handling government projects across the state to demonstrate a similar commitment to quality and responsible project delivery.

The governor warned that his administration would not accept poorly executed or substandard projects, stressing that contractors must ensure that Kebbi residents receive value for public funds.

He expressed confidence that the estate would be delivered within the stipulated period.

The development forms part of the Kebbi State Government’s efforts to improve access to decent and affordable accommodation for workers and other residents.

Idris said the government would consider awarding additional housing projects to the contractor if the current estate was completed successfully and in accordance with its approved specifications.

The proposed housing expansion would target state and local government employees, teachers, federal workers, media professionals and other categories of residents requiring suitable accommodation.

According to the governor, the objective is to give workers across different sectors a stronger sense of inclusion while improving their welfare and living conditions.

He also announced that the Kebbi State Government had acquired a housing estate previously owned by the Federal Government.

Idris said payment for the property had been completed and the necessary ownership documents secured.

Arrangements are now being made to award contracts for the completion of the outstanding units within the acquired estate under a federal mortgage arrangement.

The additional development is expected to complement the 250-unit Kauran Gwandu Housing Estate and increase the supply of formal housing in the state.

The governor reiterated that his administration would continue to implement projects capable of producing measurable benefits for residents.

For the housing programme to deliver its intended social impact, stakeholders will expect the government to provide clear information about the completion date, allocation criteria, selling prices and financing options available to prospective beneficiaries.

Transparent allocation and affordable repayment terms will be essential to ensuring that the completed homes reach the workers and households for whom they are intended.

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Governor Nasir Idris has assured parents of the 25 schoolgirls abducted by bandits in Kebbi State that his administration is working closely with security agencies to bring the children home safely.

The governor, who cut short an official assignment in Abuja to visit Maga in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area, met with parents and community leaders shortly after the attack.

He said the state government is fully committed to securing the girls from their captors.

“We are in Maga to see things for ourselves following the unfortunate incident,” he said. “We have interacted with the parents of the girls and assured them that we will do everything humanly possible to ensure their children are secured.”

Governor Idris added that a joint rescue operation involving federal security operatives and the state government is underway and expressed confidence that the coordinated response will lead to the safe return of the students.

While sympathising with the parents and the Zuru Emirate, he said he has already met with key stakeholders to discuss stronger preventive measures to avoid future attacks and ensure improved school safety across the state.

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