The Adamawa State Government has approved over N1 billion for the procurement of ten luxurious buses to the rising cost of transportation as a result of the removal of fuel subsidies.
This decision was made at the second state executive council meeting held at the government house, Yola.
presided over the second Executive Council meeting of 2023 at the Government House in Yola.
The Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa George Farauta, who presided over the meeting said the aim of procuring these buses is to lessen the impact of the increased transportation costs on the general population.
The government intends to make public transport more affordable for the general public.
Furthermore, the government has also approved the procurement of metric tons of grains to be sold to residents at a subsidized rate.
This initiative is part of the government’s effort to provide relief to the people while ensuring that essential commodities remain accessible.
The State Commissioner of Information and Strategy, Hon. Nedo Kufulto, stated that the people should be patient as the government works tirelessly to distribute relief measures to every household across the State.
In light of probable flooding risks, particularly when the Lagdo dam releases water, people and communities living along waterways were advised to migrate to higher land to prevent and avoid unforeseen situations that could result to loss of life and property.
The commissioner also urged people to get ready for dry-season farming. The government has committed and promised to make affordable fertilizer available to support year-round food production.
Additionally, the State Commissioner of Education, Dr. Umar Garba Pella, said that the government has made a deliberate decision to get most of its food items from local farmers in the State. This strategy is likely to help the State’s economy. While there is federal government assistance, the commissioner stressed that it is being dispersed gradually and called for the public’s patience and understanding.
The State Commissioner of Transport and Development, Hon. Musa Mohammed Kallamu, has provided details on the recent approval of ten 58-seater luxurious buses.
He has revealed that these ten buses are the first phase of the initial larger plan to introduce more such buses into the State’s transport network. This revelation demonstrates the Government’s commitment to improving public transport services and the overall travel experience for people.
Hon. Kallamu has assured the public that additional buses are in the pipeline and will be introduced gradually.
This action is consistent with the government’s goal of addressing transport challenges, provide better options for commuters, and contribute to the State’s overall growth and development.
