The Adamawa State Executive Council, led by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has authorised a major road construction and resurfacing programme valued at ₦18.15 billion to improve connectivity across several local government areas.
Council documents show the package covers four corridors totalling 52.7 kilometres. Works approved include construction and asphalt overlay for Plum Road (11.2 km) in Michika, the Michika–Garta–Kamale route (17.5 km), Sukur Road (14.0 km) in Madagali and Kishinga Road (10.3 km). Contractors will commence mobilisation once procurement and funding arrangements are finalised.
State officials said the projects form part of a broader infrastructure agenda aimed at restoring and expanding transport links that support commerce, education and healthcare access in rural communities. Improved road surfaces are expected to cut journey times, reduce vehicle operating costs and facilitate faster movement of agricultural produce to market.
The administration explained that prioritising these routes responds to recurring complaints from farmers, traders and residents about poor road conditions that hinder economic activity. Government sources added that better roads will assist security operations by making remote areas more accessible to emergency responders.
Local leaders in Michika, Madagali and neighbouring districts welcomed the approvals, describing the works as long-overdue and critical to reviving local economies. Community representatives urged prompt commencement and regular monitoring to ensure the contracts deliver durable pavements rather than short-term repairs.
State engineers briefed the council on planned technical specifications, which call for sub-base strengthening, appropriate drainage provision and bituminous surfacing to withstand seasonal rains. Officials stressed that proper drainage design forms a non-negotiable element of the contracts to reduce recurrent flood damage and prolong pavement life.
The governor’s office confirmed that funding will come from a combination of state budget allocations and internally generated revenue, with the possibility of accessing development partner support for complementary works. Procurement will follow statutory procedures, and the state said it will publish contract awards and timelines for public scrutiny.
Adamawa’s government characterised the initiative as part of its ongoing commitment to deliver tangible infrastructure that benefits ordinary residents. It reiterated an intention to sequence future projects across the state in line with available resources and the demonstrated impact of completed schemes.
Journalists and interested members of the public may consult the state’s procurement portal for tender notices and contract details once they are released. The administration committed to periodic progress reports to keep stakeholders informed and to guard against delays and substandard delivery.
The following summary lists the roads and their planned lengths:
- Plum Road, Michika — 11.2 km
- Michika–Garta–Kamale Road — 17.5 km
- Sukur Road, Madagali — 14.0 km
- Kishinga Road — 10.3 km