Kebbi Govt Spends N7bn On Solar-Powered Streetlights

Kebbi State government has disclosed that it has spent over N7 billion in the procurement and installation of Solar-powered Streetlights in the five local government areas of the state.

This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Hayatudeen Ahmad Bawa, at a news Conference held at the Conference Hall of the Ministry of Information and Culture, New Ultra-Modern Secretariat, in Birnin Kebbi, on Monday.

The benefiting LGAs, according to him, include Birnin Kebbi, Yauri, Zuru, Argungu and Bunza.

The Commissioner further said the initiative has not only brightened local governments but also strengthened security, boosted night-time commercial activity, and improved the state’s aesthetic outlook.

For the upcoming rainy seasons, the Commissioner noted that efforts have been put in place to clear drainage and extend the drainage system at critical outlets across the state.