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Gov. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa has flagged off the rebuilding of the Numan Zonal Library, warning contractors against delays and substandard execution of the project.
Fintiri said the state government would not tolerate inferior work or unnecessary delays in the delivery of public projects.
The governor, represented by his deputy, Prof. Kaletapwa Farauta, spoke at the groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction of the library in Numan on Wednesday.
He said the 150-capacity reading facility was expected to be completed within six months and must meet the required standards.
“The project must be delivered on schedule and in line with specifications. Government will not condone delays or poor-quality work,” he said.
Fintiri reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to completing all projects initiated across the state, noting that the government remained focused on fulfilling its promises to the people.
According to him, reading culture remains critical to the development of any society, hence the decision to revive the library to support both traditional and modern learning as well as research activities.
He urged relevant stakeholders to closely monitor the project to ensure strict adherence to approved specifications.
The governor also highlighted his administration’s investments in the education sector, including the establishment of mega science and technical schools and model schools across the state.
He called on residents of the host community to take advantage of such facilities to enhance learning and contribute to societal development.
Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, Mrs Aisha Umar, and the Chairman of the Adamawa State Library Board, Dr Akiweta Samaila, described education as a key indicator of national development.
They expressed confidence that the rebuilt library would help revive the declining reading culture among young people and promote effective teaching, learning and research.
Also speaking, a stakeholder, Mrs Irene Ahmadu, commended the deputy governor for her role in facilitating the project in Numan.
Other speakers at the event praised the Fintiri administration for its efforts in transforming the education sector, saying the library project would further boost educational development and intellectual growth in the area.
The Numan Zonal Library is expected to serve students, researchers and members of the public upon completion.
