Shettima lists federal projects worth billions in Bauchi

Author: Christopher AmehPublished on: October 18, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Shettima lists federal projects worth billions in Bauchi

Vice-President Kashim Shettima outlined federal projects in Bauchi aimed at developing the North-East, including the Akwanga-Jos-Bauchi-Borno road, which is being built with reinforced concrete. Represented by Minister of State for Regional Development Uba Maigari Ahmadu, he said more projects would be inaugurated in the coming months and urged residents to support Bola Tinubu’s re-election. BASFA convener Nafi’a M. Abdullahi valued the interventions at ₦144 billion and cited a diagnostic centre, eight built or renovated healthcare facilities, student accommodation and schools. The forum plans to mobilise support for the Tinubu-Shettima ticket ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

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