President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday commissioned the N16 billion Lafia flyover and underpass during a one-day working visit to Nasarawa State.
Tinubu lauded the state government for its prudent management of public resources and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to economic recovery and development.
The state governor, Abdullahi Sule, explained that the flyover and underpass span one kilometre and were completed within a year without external borrowing.
Sule, therefore, announced that the name of the completed flyover and underpass is “Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Interchange”.
During the visit, the President also commissioned the dualised Shendam Road and the new Nasarawa State Secretariat Complex.
At Lafia Square, he distributed 60 security vehicles, 50 electric tricycles, tractors, and farm tools.
He later held a town hall meeting with APC stakeholders and traditional rulers.
Speaking at the meeting, Tinubu acknowledged the economic challenges Nigerians face but assured citizens that his Renewed Hope agenda is on course.
“Nigerians are going through economic difficulties. But you must not lose hope, my Renewed Hope agenda is on course. From this moment on, you will have no regrets,” he said.
He urged the state to leverage both its rich mineral deposits and agriculture for food security and economic growth.
“Nasarawa is a solid mineral state, but agriculture must not be neglected. We will support you through small-scale financing and empower women and youth,” he said.
He commended Governor Abdullahi Sule for effectively utilising available resources for the benefit, stability, and prosperity of Nasarawa State.
“Sule is doing well because Bola Ahmed Tinubu is doing well too,” he added.
The president reaffirmed his continued support for the Nasarawa State Government, urging Governor Sule to remain committed to the state’s development.
Governor Sule expressed gratitude to Tinubu, describing him as a visionary leader.
He showcased the flyover as evidence of savings from fuel subsidy reforms and highlighted recent oil discoveries in the state, appealing for federal support to begin full production.
“Come to Nasarawa and see where the subsidy savings are going,” Sule said.
