Governor Sule Commissions N2.8 Billion Loko Link and Township Roads in Nasarawa
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has officially commissioned the 3.2-kilometre Loko Link and township roads in Loko, Nasarawa Local Government Area, describing this infrastructure project as one of the most personally fulfilling achievements of his administration. The commissioning ceremony, held recently, was attended by traditional rulers, members of the State Executive Council, community leaders, and numerous residents, marking the completion of a long-anticipated development in the ancient town.
A Personal Promise Fulfilled
Speaking at the event, Governor Sule recalled the difficult terrain he once traversed from Nasarawa town through Ajaga–Tunga–Bakyano–Loko, a journey that previously took nearly 12 hours to complete. He emphasized that the road project was more than just infrastructure; it represented the fulfilment of a personal promise made to the late father of the Emir of Loko. “I promised not you, but your father, that if I became governor, I would construct this road. Though he is no longer alive, his friend is alive to witness this fulfilment,” the governor stated, highlighting the emotional significance of the project.
Enhancing Mobility and Economic Activities
The newly commissioned road is a complete 3.2-kilometre ring road that links key parts of Loko town, including the market, Gidan Liman area, and other strategic locations. This development is expected to significantly enhance mobility and boost economic activities in the region. Governor Sule noted that the project complements an earlier electricity initiative in Loko, which connected the community to the national grid from a distance of about 15 to 20 kilometres, further improving the area's infrastructure.
Commitment to Infrastructure and Healthcare
Governor Sule urged residents to take ownership of the project and ensure its proper maintenance. He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to completing the ongoing upgrade of the Loko General Hospital, assuring that it would be fully equipped and operational before the end of his tenure. According to him, the delay in the hospital project was due to the simultaneous execution of similar healthcare projects across the state, including facilities in Akwanga and Azara.
Project Execution Without Borrowing
Governor Sule highlighted that the Loko road project, like many others under his administration, was executed without borrowing. He attributed this financial prudence to improved revenue inflows from the federal government and effective financial management. “This administration is committed to delivering infrastructure without placing a debt burden on future generations,” he asserted, underscoring a key policy of his governance.
Details from the Contractor
Earlier, the Managing Director of Rockseed Engineering Nigeria Limited, Mr. Chen Shuai, provided details on the project. He said the project was awarded in October 2024 at an initial cost of N2.3 billion, later revised to N2.8 billion to accommodate additional works, including concrete structures and riverbank realignment. He added that the project was executed with full commitment and described it as the company’s first in Nasarawa State.
Shuai also disclosed that the 7.3-kilometre Gbude–Nakere road project being handled by the company has reached about 80 per cent completion, with only surface dressing remaining. He assured that this project would be ready for commissioning by June, indicating ongoing infrastructure developments in the state.
