Nasir Idris, governor of Kebbi State in Nigeria, has formally launched construction of a 58km road. The highway is one of several public projects started across three local government areas in the state. Idris presided over the ceremony marking the beginning of the works, according to Punch. The state government presented the project package as a way to support agriculture and stimulate economic activity. The 58km road is intended to improve travel between farming communities, markets and other centers of production. Together, the new works are meant to strengthen transport links and broaden economic opportunities in the affected areas.