From Yakubu Wuyep, Jos
The Plateau State Commissioner for Works, Hon Dr Cletus Bako Shurkuk, has assured the people of Somji of timely completion of roads awarded by Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang.
Shurkuk gave the assurance when he received the executive members of the Somji Development Association (SDA) in his office in Jos during their courtesy visit.
He expressed appreciation to the Plateau State Government under the leadership of Mutfwang, for paying attention and ensured them of progress on the Somji Road project.
Bako Shurkuk said, the development to ensure that the administration of Mutfwang touched the lives of people citizens with dividends of democracy.
Shurkuk reaffirmed Mutfwang’s commitment to inclusive development, stressing that the administration remains concerned about the welfare and development of communities across the state, particularly those in rural areas.
He explained that the Governor believes in bringing development closer to the people and ensuring that communities receive the necessary attention to improve their living conditions.
Shurkuk further assured the delegation that the government would continue to prioritise ongoing projects and work towards their timely execution in line with the administration’s development agenda.
He admonished them for their time and tell them to just relax as Mutfwang will do it without lobbying.
The SDA Chairman, Mr Moses Talwa, commended the ‘Time Is Now’ administration for recognising the importance of the road, and appealed for sustained attention towards its timely completion.
He noted that the road would improve connectivity among communities along the axis, ease the transportation of agricultural produce to markets, and enhance economic activities and the livelihoods of residents.