Governor Babagana Zulum has unveiled a major initiative aimed at accelerating road infrastructure development in Borno State, with the establishment of a high-capacity quarry plant and the deployment of 70 new trucks to support construction activities.
The governor made the announcement on Monday during the official flag-off of the distribution of 70 brand-new Howo pickup trucks to the Ministry of Works and the Borno State Road Maintenance Agency (BORMA) at the Government House.
Zulum disclosed that the newly established quarry facility, located in Pulka, will serve as a central hub for the supply of key construction materials, including granite, gravel and sharp sand. The plant, with a processing capacity of 120 tonnes per hour, is expected to reduce dependence on external suppliers and lower the overall cost of road projects.
He revealed that the state government committed over ₦3 billion to the project, describing it as a strategic investment in durable infrastructure amid ongoing security and logistical challenges.
Highlighting progress in sectors such as healthcare, education, agriculture and security, the governor noted that road development—particularly in rural communities—remains a significant hurdle. He attributed this largely to insecurity, which has deterred contractors from operating in several parts of the state.
According to him, the situation necessitates strengthening the capacity of government institutions to execute projects directly. The newly deployed trucks are expected to enhance logistics, facilitate the timely movement of materials, and improve rapid response to road maintenance needs.
Top government officials present at the event included Secretary to the State Government Bukar Tijani, Acting Chief of Staff Dr Babagana Mustapha Mallumbe, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works, Engr Baware, BORMA Chairman Engr Sadu Auno, and Special Adviser on Monitoring and Evaluation Engr Bukar Gujbawu.
The combined investment in heavy-duty equipment and local material production underscores the administration’s shift toward self-reliance in infrastructure delivery, particularly in remote and security-affected areas of the state.
