By Khalid Idris Doya In a major step toward the development of the proposed Bauchi New City, Setik Designs Nigeria Limited has f...
By Khalid Idris Doya
In a major step toward the development of the proposed Bauchi New City, Setik Designs Nigeria Limited has formally presented its conceptual and engineering infrastructure designs to the Bauchi State Ministry of Lands and Survey for review and input from stakeholders and professionals across the state.
The ambitious new city project, strategically sited along the Ningi Road corridor, covers approximately 1,200 hectares within the Bauchi metropolitan area. According to the consulting firm, major components of the project—such as land surveying, urban planning, engineering drawings, and electrical system designs—have already been completed.
During a stakeholders' engagement held Tuesday in Bauchi, Dr. Jatto Abdulkareem, Managing Director of Setik Designs, emphasized that the proposed blueprint meets international best practices, while also remaining adaptable to the local context.
“We’ve done our best to meet international benchmarks, but we understand that local context matters. Those who live here know what suits the environment best,” Dr. Abdulkareem stated.
“We welcome constructive criticism and suggestions to improve the plan to meet the needs of Bauchi residents.”
Dr. Abdulkareem also stressed the importance of urban renewal and sustainable development, stating that the initiative is critical for accommodating Bauchi’s growing population and ensuring future-readiness.
In his remarks, Tpl. Yahaya Yusuf, Director General of the Bauchi State Geographic Information System (BAGIS), underscored the need to incorporate feedback from professionals and communities alike—especially in areas such as implementation strategies, environmental sustainability, and cost implications.
“After collating input from all stakeholders, we will integrate the necessary adjustments before producing the final design for implementation,” Yusuf said.
On the government’s vision for the project, Tpl. Abdullahi Mohammed, Commissioner for Lands and Survey, explained that the New City is a response to population pressures and recent economic developments—particularly the oil recovery activities in Alkaleri—which have led to increased migration to the state.
“The engineering infrastructure design is ready, and we now seek input from professionals, academics, property owners, and developers—everyone who has a stake in Bauchi’s built environment,” the commissioner stated.
He further noted that the Bauchi New City project is not just about infrastructure, but also about enhancing the quality of life through education, healthcare, security, environmental sustainability, and economic opportunity.
According to him, successful implementation will depend on unlocking the state’s agricultural and mineral resources, and attracting both domestic and foreign investment.
The event brought together representatives from critical state ministries, including Works and Transport, Housing and Environment, and Water Resources, alongside other stakeholders such as the Regional Operations Officer of Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDCO).
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