Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has reportedly commissioned eight new borehole-based water supply projects valued at N3.08 billion in the Katsina Local Government Area.
The commissioning ceremony took place on Thursday as part of activities marking the second anniversary of his administration, Instablog reports.
The governor said the initiative was a key step in fulfilling his promise to provide clean and reliable water to the people of Katsina. He described the project as part of a broader strategy to strengthen water infrastructure in both urban and rural communities across the state.
Governor Radda also revealed that his administration is currently implementing water development projects valued at over N25 billion through the World Bank-supported Sustainable Urban and Rural Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (SURWASH) program. These projects are at different stages of completion and are expected to significantly improve access to water statewide.
As part of his water sector reform agenda, the governor announced plans to commence the second phase of the Zobe Dam expansion project. He also disclosed that the outdated 1971 Water Board Edict is under review to bring it in line with international best practices.
“Our commitment to water security is firmly aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 6, which seeks universal access to safe and affordable drinking water and sanitation,” Governor Radda stated.
Speaking at the event, the Managing Director of the Katsina State Water Board, Tukur Hassan-Tingilin, provided details on the project’s scope. According to him, the boreholes were installed in eight strategic locations: Sabuwar Unguwa, Rahamawa/Abattoir, Makera Quarters, Behind NYSC, Tudun Yan Lihidda, Dutsen Safe, Barhim Estate, and FMC Housing Estate.
He noted that an estimated 70,000 residents are set to benefit from the project, with each location expected to receive at least six hours of water supply daily. To support the sustainability of the system, water management and grievance redress committees have been established within each benefiting community.
