In a bold move to accelerate development and improve livelihoods, the Sokoto State Government has approved a landmark investment of over ₦46.8 billion to drive transformative projects in housing, agriculture, and urban infrastructure.
Following an executive council meeting on Thursday, the Commissioner for Information, Hon. Sambo Bello Danchadi, announced that the state will acquire 500 luxury housing units from the Federal Government at the proposed Sokoto City. The housing project, valued at ₦44.7 billion, is designed to address urban population growth and enhance access to quality residential accommodation.
“This is part of Governor Ahmad Aliyu’s vision to reshape Sokoto’s urban landscape and ensure decent housing for our citizens,” said Danchadi while addressing the press.
In a parallel development aimed at revitalising the agricultural sector, the council approved the procurement of 250 tractors and modern farming equipment worth ₦22.1 billion. The initiative will be jointly funded by the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs (60%) and the Ministry of Agriculture (40%).
Commissioner for Agriculture, Tukur Alkali, described the move as “a critical step toward achieving food security and mechanising farming operations, particularly at the grassroots level.” He added that the equipment will be made available to farmers at subsidised rates to boost productivity and rural livelihoods.
To improve safety and urban mobility, the state will construct a pedestrian bridge on Birnin Kebbi Road for pupils of Yakubu Muazu Model Primary School. The bridge aims to safeguard children navigating the busy route daily.
In addition, the government approved the installation of perimeter fencing around key water treatment facilities in Gagi, Mana, Asare, Old Airport, and Tamaje—critical infrastructure projects estimated at over ₦2 billion. These measures are intended to enhance water security and protect public assets on the outskirts of the Sokoto metropolis.
