Wamakko Inaugurates N1.12bn Houses For Flood Victims

Sokoto State Governor, Aliyu Wamakko, has inaugurated the N1.12 billion houses built by the government for victims of the 2010 flood in Tanane, Silame Local Government Area.

The Tide source reports that the 250 houses are furnished with basic facilities to improve the living standard of the people.

The Tide source further reports that 400 similar houses are being constructed at Goronyo, while 350 have been completed at Gada. Wamakko said the units were provided with the basic social facilities to ensure meaningful living.

“The project is aimed at giving the victims a new lease of life. “The estate has been provided with water, clinic , electricity, market, primary school, shelter belt and roads, among others,” the governor said. Wamakko warned the committee charged with the distribution of the houses against partisanship and selfishness in the assignment.

“ You should be just and fair to all and sundry in the discharge of this all-important assignment,” Wamakko said.

The Secretary to the State Government , Alhaji Sahabi Gada, commended Wamakko for the gesture and the promotion of good governance. Gada stated that N780 million was distributed to the 2010 flood victims across the state as assistance, apart from other relief materials donated to them.

The Chairman of Silame Local Government,  area, Alhaji Mani Katami, commended the state government for the project. Katami said that the gesture would alleviate the sufferings of the victims, and urged the beneficiaries to ensure routine maintenance of the houses.