By Zakariyya Aliyu Gwaram
The Adamawa State Executive Council has approved the construction of the Jimeta Modern Shopping Complex in Yola North Local Government Area at a cost of N19.7 billion.
The market, originally built in 1996, was recently demolished by the state government to make way for the construction of a new, modern structure aimed at boosting the state’s economy.
The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Iliya James, announced the government’s decision to the press following a council meeting presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri.
According to Mr. James, the project has been awarded to three contractors and is expected to be completed within 20 months as per the contractual agreement.
Dr. Ishaya Dabari, the Commissioner for Commerce, Trade, and Industry, stated that the new market will feature shops, a fire service station, a police station, and administrative buildings, among other facilities.
Regarding the ongoing flooding affecting communities in the state, the Commissioner for Environment, Sadiq Mohammed, urged residents in flood-prone areas to relocate to safer locations.
Additionally, the Commissioner for Health, Chief Felix Tangwami, assured that the ministry is prepared to handle any disease outbreaks that may arise due to the flooding and advised the public to remain vigilant.
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