In a significant move aimed at restoring dignity and stability to conflict-impacted communities, Vice President Kashim Shettima has commissioned the Tudun Biri Resettlement Project in Kaduna State.
The commissioning marks a pivotal milestone in the Federal Government’s broader strategy to transition from short-term humanitarian relief to long-term sustainable development under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Executed under the Resettlement Scheme for Persons Impacted by Conflicts (RSPIC) and implemented by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) under the coordination of the Office of the Vice President, the project is designed to provide tangible, lasting solutions for vulnerable populations.
Speaking at the ceremony, Vice President Shettima described the facility as a practical demonstration of the administration’s resolve to ensure no citizen is left behind in the nation’s recovery efforts.
The Vice President commended NEMA for its diligence in delivering the project, noting that the initiative aligns seamlessly with the President’s vision of a people-centred recovery.
He emphasized that the resettlement site is more than just housing; it represents a restoration of livelihoods and a secure foundation for the future of the Tudun Biri community.
The Executive Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, lauded the Federal Government’s intervention, expressing profound appreciation to President Tinubu for approving the project and to the Vice President for his unwavering commitment to its success.
Sani particularly highlighted the effective supervision and prudent resource management displayed by the Director-General of NEMA, which ensured the project met high standards of execution.
In her remarks, the Director-General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, outlined the strategic importance of the scheme.
She explained that the RSPIC represents a paradigm shift in disaster management, moving beyond temporary palliatives to foster social reintegration and sustainable living. Mrs. Umar revealed that the project was adapted to meet the specific needs of the community; while the original design catered for 143 housing units, 10 units were strategically converted into a school facility to address the educational requirements of the resettled children.
The Director-General further disclosed that the Tudun Biri project is part of a wider intervention, with similar RSPIC initiatives currently ongoing in Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara, Niger, Katsina, and Benue States.
The event was attended by dignitaries including the representative of the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Alhaji Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, as well as community leaders who expressed relief and gratitude for the timely intervention.
The resettlement site now stands as a beacon of the Federal Government’s commitment to rebuilding lives and fostering resilience across the nation.
