Gov. Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has approved N92.2 million for the purchase of water treatment chemicals and soft starter installation at Dukku high lift pump.
Alhaji Ahmed Idris, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, confirmed this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday.
Idris said the governor, who gave the approval at Government House, Birnin Kebbi, said the purchase of the water treatment chemicals would boost the supply of clean water to the residents.
The CPS added that after the installation of a soft starter at Dukku, all residents in the state capital and its environs would enjoy 24 hours water supply.
Idris quoted his principal as saying: “Supply of water is part of our campaign promises and by the special grace of Almighty God, people from the four emirates will start drinking water supply by the government water board.
“More of the good things that will benefit the masses are on the way, In-shaa Allah, my government is for the people and I am ready to give them a sense of belonging.”.
The governor urged the people of Kebbi to remain calm and peaceful, assuring that his administration is ready to provide more dividends of democracy to them. (NAN)
