Governor Tanko Almakura of Nasarawa State, is set to embark on the construction of bridges, culverts and box culverts in rural areas in dire need of the basic amenities before the rainy season.

The Governor dropped the hint during a visit to the areas, where the bridges and culverts will be built, adding that the gesture is one of the centre-piece of his second tenure.

The Governor said the construction of bridges and culverts has been the centre piece of his administration to ease the difficulties faced by the rural dwellers.

Despite intermittent upheavals that has bedevilled the state, the governor assures that he remains committed to better the lots of the people especially those in rural areas.

He also disclosed his intention to build a resort in Tungan Dauda, a riverine community to harness the tourism potentials of the state.

The people of the area face difficulties during the raining season and have longed for a helping hand to avert destruction of lives and properties.