Flood Destroys Kano-Maiduguri Highway, Gov Mohammed Seeks FG’s Intervention

Heavy rainfall has caused significant damage to the federal highway linking Kano and Maiduguri, especially in the stretch between Malori and Guskuri villages within the Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi State.

The flood has created a large crater in the middle of the road, forcing motorists to find alternative routes.

During a visit to assess the damage, the Governor of Bauchi state, Bala Muhammad highlighted the road’s importance as a crucial link between Nigeria’s Northwest and Northeast regions.

Briefing journalists on Thursday, Governor Muhammad appealed to the Federal Government to urgently repair the damaged road to facilitate the transportation of goods and services for the benefit of citizens.

“This is a major highway, the Northeast highway, and the dual carriageways have been completely washed away. We are calling on the federal government to assist. We will report this issue to Abuja through the Controller of Works,” he said.

“If they are unable to address the problem, we will take action to implement remedial or permanent measures, as we did during the last rainy season.”