From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe
The Gombe State government has issued a seven-day notice for landowners to vacate land designated for an international abattoir, livestock, and grains market in Gombe metropolis.
The state’s Commissioner of Finance and chairman of the compensation committee, Malam Gambo Magaji, announced the directive during a press briefing after the state executive council meeting on Wednesday, May 21.
Magaji explained that the notice follows the completion of compensation payments to affected property owners. He noted that the project aligns with Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s agenda for urban renewal and economic transformation, aiming to position Gombe as a commercial hub in Northeast Nigeria.
He stated that 181 hectares of land have been allocated for the project, with the compensation process conducted transparently and fairly. However, Magaji assured that his committee remains open to addressing any complaints about the payments.
“The landowners and beneficiaries are urged to vacate the designated area within seven days to allow construction to begin promptly. This critical infrastructure project will modernise livestock processing, boost agro-economic activities, and strengthen food supply chains across the state and beyond,” Magaji said.