By Umar Faruk
Motorists and farmers in Kebbi State have praised the Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) for rebuilding the box culvert on the Birnin Kebbi-Argungu road in Argungu Local Government Area. The agency's efforts have alleviated the difficulties faced by road users, particularly during the rainy season .
The reconstructed culvert, which had previously collapsed, posed significant challenges to motorists and farmers. Malam Nura Abubakar, a commercial driver, applauded FERMA for executing the project to standard, likening the new culvert to a standard bridge. "Before the construction, we were hesitant to ply the road, fearing it would cave in due to heavy rains," he said.
Abubakar urged drivers to support the government's road safety initiatives by avoiding excessive speed and overloading. Similarly, Malam Yahaya Argungu, another commercial driver, praised FERMA for the reconstruction, stating it has eased travel between Birnin Kebbi, Argungu Emirate towns, and Sokoto, especially during the rainy season.
Argungu emphasized the importance of safe driving and adherence to road safety regulations to protect lives, property, and infrastructure. Malam Nasiru Alwasa, a local farmer, thanked FERMA for saving their farmlands, which were previously affected by flooding during the rainy season.
With the new culvert and asphalted road, farmers have resumed cultivation, preparing for dry and wet season farming. Another farmer, Ya'u Gotomo, lauded FERMA's project and suggested the state government construct an earth dam to contain water passing through the culvert, benefiting farmers and cattle rearers.
FERMA's reconstruction project aligns with its "Operation Connect Your Destination" initiative, aimed at maintaining federal roads nationwide.
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