Governor Ahmed Aliyu has unveiled one of the metropolis’s six township water supply schemes to tackle water shortage in Sokoto State.
The commissioning ceremony at the Old Airport area marked the official activation of a water scheme with a daily capacity of three million gallons.
The project is part of a broader initiative by the Ahmed Aliyu-led administration to complete and revive water schemes initiated initially by former Governor Aliyu Wamakko.
Aliyu described the project as a “promise fulfilled” and a significant stride in his administration’s commitment to improving the quality of life of Sokoto residents.
He recalled the dire state of the water supply his administration inherited, with residents previously forced to buy a jerrycan of water for as much as ₦300 due to the collapse of the supply infrastructure and lack of treatment chemicals.
“We took drastic action immediately to restore normal supply,” the governor said, noting that the administration has replaced obsolete equipment and secured alternative power sources for the state water board to mitigate the impact of unreliable electricity.
He identified the six water schemes under the initiative as Tamaje, Old Airport, Gagi, Mana, Runjin Sambo, and Ruga Liman.
These locations were chosen based on population density and the urgency of need.
Upon completion, the six water schemes are expected to deliver a combined output of 40 million gallons of water per day. The total cost of the projects is estimated at ₦14.1 billion.
He also praised the contractors, engineers, and community leaders for their dedication and professionalism in ensuring the project’s successful execution.
