Sokoto LGAs to regain electricity after 3-year blackout

Residents of Yabo and Shagari local government areas of Sokoto State are set to regain electricity after more than three years of blackout caused by the vandalisation of power infrastructure.

The restoration project, sponsored by the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Yabo-Shagari Federal Constituency, Prof. Garba Musa Maitafsir, was flagged off at a ceremony attended by political leaders, community representatives and other stakeholders at the weekend.

Speaking at the event, Maitafsir said he had signed an agreement with the contracting company, Sanjay Engineering, to complete the project within 30 days.

He said he had deposited N150 million for the commencement of the work, adding that he was prepared to provide whatever additional funds might be required to ensure its completion due to the extent of the damage.

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Maitafsir called on residents to protect the restored infrastructure and remain vigilant against vandalism.

The managing director of Sanjay Engineering, Engr. Sani Aliyu, assured residents that the company would complete the project ahead of the agreed deadline.

Speaking on behalf of the Concerned Citizens Forum of Yabo, Dr Zayyanu Ladan said the group had been making efforts to restore electricity and improve security in the area.

He commended Maitafsir for sponsoring the project, noting that he had also provided handsets to local vigilantes and a vehicle for cemetery services.

He also urged Kaduna Electric to ensure a regular power supply once the restoration work was completed.

The APC chairman in Shagari, Muhammad Sarduuna, commended Maitafsir for his support to constituents, citing the distribution of six truckloads of grains, N10 million and motorcycles.

Similarly, the APC chairman in Yabo, Alhaji Salisu Tela, said residents had long anticipated the restoration project.

Some speakers at the ceremony urged the people to reciprocate the gesture by voting massively for the party in the forthcoming elections.