The construction of the 1,000 kilometres Badagry – Sokoto Superhighway, a major catalyst for economic development between the southern and northern parts of Nigeria, should excite all, The Democratic Front, TDF, has observed.
TDF said in a joint statement on Friday in Abuja signed by its chairman, Danjuma Muhammadu, and Secretary, Wale Adedayo, that it was a way of showing that President Bola Tinubu understood what Nigerians were going through since the removal of fuel subsidy.
The plan to construct the superhighway which was recently approved was said to be meant to promote trade and commerce as well as accessibility of goods and services, among other numerous benefits between the South West and the North West, and by extension the larger northern region.
The group said the approval of the road for construction should excite those interested in the socio-economic development of Nigeria.
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TDF insisted that the construction of a road of that magnitude should be a major source of excitement and attraction because of its potential to promote trade, commerce, employment, social inter-relationships, and linkages to connect markets with production centres.
“We, therefore, wish to draw the attention of well-meaning leaders and stakeholders to the prospect of the Badagry – Sokoto Superhighway project, recently approved for construction by His President Bola Tinubu,” the group said. .
The proposed superhighway will link five northern states directly to the coast of the Atlantic Ocean in Badagry, the group added.
In stated that in addition to boosting the Northern region’s capacity to export its agricultural produce and rich solid mineral resources to the outside world, the superhighway would provide immediate opportunities for unemployed Nigerians and entrepreneurs living within the axis of the project.
The proximity of the proposed superhighway to the border would also facilitate regional economic and security cooperation between Nigeria and her neighbouring countries, it said.
“We commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for initiating a superhighway that will open the North to landmark economic developments.
“We believe that the 1000-kilometres road project, when completed, will be the largest singular road transportation infrastructure that directly connects the Sahel in the North with the Atlantic Coast in Badagry. This is a dream nursed many years ago by Nigeria’s founding fathers,” the group said.
The group urged all northern political leaders and stakeholders to close ranks by supporting the laudable projects and support the administration of President Tinubu to ensure the realization of the gigantic road infrastructure.
