Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that the Federal Government will soon begin the reconstruction of the Akwanga-Jos road, a critical infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity in the region.
Shettima made this statement during an event in Jos on Tuesday, where he officially welcomed Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang into the All Progressives Congress (APC). Mutfwang, who was previously elected as governor under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), defected to the APC.
Key Highlights:
- Road Reconstruction: Shettima confirmed that work on the Akwanga-Jos road will commence shortly, with the contractor set to mobilize to the site within the next three weeks. The road project is part of the Bola Tinubu-led administration’s ongoing commitment to enhancing infrastructure across Nigeria.
- Livestock Development and Forest Guards: Shettima also announced the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards in Plateau to secure forests and support the country’s livestock development project, which will begin in Plateau State.
- Infrastructural Commitment: Shettima reiterated President Tinubu’s commitment to providing infrastructure and other dividends of democracy to Plateau and the entire country, emphasizing that the reconstruction of the Akwanga-Jos road is just one of many planned initiatives.
- Call for Unity: Shettima urged Plateau residents and leaders, regardless of their political affiliation, to unite and work together for the progress of the state, with a focus on tackling insecurity and ensuring peace.
Looking Ahead:
The reconstruction of the Akwanga-Jos road, along with the new livestock and security initiatives, highlights the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to improve the living conditions of Nigerians through strategic infrastructure development and security measures.
