Kano Governor Demolishes Popular Roundabout Built By Ganduje

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has demolished the historic roundabout at the Kano State Government House.

The roundabout which was renovated by the past administration of Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, was demolished early hours of Wednesday.

In just his first week in office, the governor Yusuf-led administration began demolition of some structures in the state built under Ganduje’s tenure which the current government termed illegal structures.

Meanwhile, the Kano State government has explained the reason behind the demolition of the roundabout.

According to a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sanusi Tofa, the roundabout was demolished because it was substandard.

The statement read, “This is because it is done with used foam work and too much sandy materials instead of normal cement concrete.

“Also, the structure is too tall to be placed in front of the Government House as it defaces its main gate which blocks the view for security surveillance.

“Additionally, it poses traffic challenges around the area because of its size, blocking the view of drivers accessing all routes linked through the roundabout.

“The government wishes to make it clear that it became very necessary to take down the structure for the purposes of immediate reconstruction and downsizing to ensure visibility of the government house entrance and safety of motorists.”