Kaduna Begins Reconstruction Of Abandoned Binawa Bridge After 14 Years
The Kaduna State Government has commenced the reconstruction of the abandoned Binawa Bridge in Kauru Local Government Area, 14 years after its collapse disrupted transportation and economic activities across several communities.
Governor Uba Sani, represented by the Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Sunday Marshall Katung, flagged off the reconstruction project during a groundbreaking ceremony in Binawa.
The bridge serves as a major link between Mariri, Geshere, Binawa and other neighbouring communities. Its collapse had significantly affected the movement of residents, agricultural produce and access to essential services.
Speaking at the ceremony, the governor described the bridge as critical infrastructure that would ease transportation difficulties and improve residents’ access to markets, schools and healthcare facilities.
He said the reconstruction marked the beginning of further development interventions in the area, expressing optimism that the long-awaited Kibangari Bridge would also receive government attention.
Sani urged residents to support the government’s development initiatives, while calling on traditional rulers, youths and security agencies to strengthen collaboration in addressing insecurity and sustaining peace across the area.
Earlier, the Managing Director of the Kaduna State Roads Agency (KADRA), Dr Abdullahi Baba Ahmad, said the project would enhance the movement of people and agricultural produce, improve connectivity among communities and stimulate local economic activities.
He assured residents that the agency would ensure strict compliance with engineering standards, quality construction and durability, while committing to the timely completion of the project.
Also speaking, the member representing Kauru/Chawai Federal Constituency, Zakari Haruna Chawai, disclosed that the reconstruction was expected to be completed within two to three months.
The District Head of Kumana, Samaila Yanaba, commended the state government for responding to the community’s longstanding demand, noting that the bridge had remained abandoned for more than 14 years.
Some residents also expressed appreciation for the intervention, explaining that the bridge’s collapse had negatively affected their socioeconomic activities and movement within and beyond their communities.
