June 7, 2026
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusufu Buratai (Rtd), has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the N1.245 trillion Gombe-Biu Highway dualisation project, describing it as a major infrastructure initiative for the North-East region.
Buratai expressed appreciation to the President for reviving the strategic highway, which was originally constructed in 1962. He said the project reflects the administration’s commitment to infrastructure development and regional connectivity under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
According to the former Army Chief, the dualisation of the 139-kilometre highway using rigid pavement technology is expected to improve transportation, facilitate trade and strengthen economic integration across the North-East.
