By Editor
Inter-Tribe Community Support Forum (I.C.S.F), the apex socio-cultural group in Kano State, has raised concerns over the recent road project flagged off by Hon. Barr. Mohammed Bello Shehu member representing Fagge Federal Constituency in Sabon Gari, describing the selection as a misplaced priority that does not reflect the most pressing needs of residents.
In a statement digned by its Coordinator Nworisa Michael made available to TalkExprex, the Forum questioned the decision to construct a road located in front of the Nomansland Magistrate Court, which it claims is among the least used routes in Sabon Gari.
According to the group, several heavily trafficked and severely deteriorated roads including Gold Coast and other inner access routes continue to suffer neglect despite serving thousands of residents, traders, students and business owners daily.
“For years, Inter-tribe Community Support Forum & community stakeholders have consistently drawn attention to the urgent rehabilitation of major roads that directly impact economic and social activities in Sabon Gari,” the statement read.
The Forum expressed concern that the project choice raises questions about consultation, grassroots engagement and responsiveness to community demands.
It emphasized that development should not merely be measured by the number of projects commissioned, but by how well such projects address the lived realities and priority needs of the people.
As a body representing diverse community interests across Sabon Gari, and Kano at large the Forum called for:
- Clear and transparent criteria for project selection within the constituency.
- Improved consultation with recognized community stakeholders.
- A public commitment to addressing high-impact roads that directly influence economic and social life in the area.
The group maintained that its position is not politically motivated but driven by a sense of civic responsibility.
“Effective representation must be visible not only in announcements but in projects that resonate with community priorities,” the Forum stated.
