The Gombe State Executive Council has approved a N5 billion contract for the comprehensive street naming, signages, house numbering project across the state, aimed at modernising urban planning and improving service delivery.
Secretary to the State Government, Ibrahim Njodi, announced the approval shortly after the 52nd Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Muhammadu Yahaya on Friday. He described the initiative as a major step toward repositioning Gombe in line with global best practices.
“One of the issues we considered is street naming, signages, house numbering. This government decided to award a project and engage consultants who understand exactly what needs to be done,” Njodi said.
He explained that several contractors submitted proposals, after which the state selected the most competent bidders. “We received submissions from different contractors and carefully evaluated them. We selected the best bidders who will deliver the project successfully. The total sum for the three contracts awarded stands at N5 billion,” he stated.
Njodi noted that the initiative would eliminate persistent difficulties residents and visitors face in navigating the state, especially within the capital and other growing urban centres.
“Very soon, Gombe State will have its streets properly named, signages installed, and house numbers standardised in the manner done in advanced societies. The idea of not knowing your location or how to locate an address will soon be a thing of the past,” he added.
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He further stressed that the street naming, signages, house numbering project will enhance planning, security coordination, emergency response, and revenue administration. Njodi emphasised that the present administration is determined to depart from outdated systems and adopt reforms that reflect modern governance standards.
The project is expected to be completed before the end of the year, with clear timelines outlined in the contract agreements. Officials say it will improve address identification, ease business operations, strengthen emergency services, and enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of the state.