Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has named the 72 Metro Housing Estate, located on the former Police Ground in Maiduguri, after Vice President Kashim Shettima.
He said the estate will be allocated to military officers, security personnel, and federal government workers in the state to alleviate housing challenges for these groups”.
The governor also named the Njimtilo 500 Housing Units after Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, in honour of their distinguished leadership.
A statement issued by the governor’s media aide Dauda Iliya said Mr Zulum made the announcement during the commissioning ceremony of the Metro Housing Estate.
The statement also revealed that the Shehu Sanda Kura Road has been renamed in honour of the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Garbai Elkanemi.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Zulum reiterated that the project’s stand is a testament to the administration’s unwavering commitment to providing affordable housing, improving infrastructure, and fostering economic growth in Borno State.
“Your Excellency, your presence here today underscores the strong bond between our people and our shared commitment to regional development.
“The Kashim Shettima Housing Estate will be allocated to military officers, security personnel, and federal government workers in the state to alleviate housing challenges for these groups,” Mr Zulum added.
According to the governor, a total of 210 houses within the Mai Mala 500 Housing Units will be allocated to police officers currently residing in the Metro Police Barracks, facilitating the construction of a state-of-the-art International Conference Centre on the vacated site.
Mr Zulum emphasised that Njimtilo Housing Units, Metro Housing Units, the Borno Express Flyover, and the dualisation of Shehu Sanda Kura Road are designed to enhance the quality of life for residents, improve traffic flow, and boost economic activities.
“Borno Express Flyover is an iconic structure that will revolutionise transportation in our state, thereby reducing travel time and providing a safer commuting experience,” the governor added.
Mr Zulum pledged continued dedication to infrastructure development as part of his administration’s urban and rural renewal efforts.
In response, Yobe State governor, Mai Mala Buni, expressed gratitude for the honour, commending Borno State’s dedication to recovery and development.
“Borno and Yobe have always been one, united by shared culture and tradition. Our states are working tirelessly to recover from the challenges of Boko Haram insurgency through our Rehabilitation, Reconstruction, and Recovery programme,” Mr Buni stated.
He highlighted Yobe State’s investments in education, healthcare, agriculture, and economic empowerment, mentioning a multi-billion-naira agricultural program and a N2.93 billion initiative to support vulnerable groups and small businesses.
He lauded Mr Zulum for assembling a competent team to execute transformative projects, calling on the people of Borno State to take ownership of these developments.
