en.Wedoany.com Reported - The North East Development Commission (NEDC) of Nigeria on Monday officially handed over the expanded water infrastructure to the Yobe State Water Corporation and RUWASA, aiming to alleviate the long-standing water shortage in conflict-affected areas of the state.
The handed-over water infrastructure project includes the upgraded Buni Gari Water Supply Scheme, which now serves Buni Yadi and surrounding communities in the Gujba Local Government Area. This water infrastructure is equipped with four solar-powered boreholes, a 300,000-liter water storage capacity, a 50 KVA power connection unit, and a distribution pipeline network extending 6 kilometers. The NEDC also provided submersible pumps and accessories to support the rehabilitation of broken boreholes across the state, restoring access to clean water for rural communities.
During the handover ceremony, Ali Ibrahim Abbas, the NEDC Coordinator for Yobe State, stated that this water infrastructure intervention targets underserved and conflict-affected areas, with the completed facilities now handed over to state-level agencies for management. Ba'aba Habu, the General Manager of the Yobe State Water Corporation, described the water infrastructure project as significant, noting it will enhance water availability and support community development. He pledged proper maintenance to ensure long-term benefits.
Residents of the benefiting communities expressed that improved water access will reduce the burden of fetching water over long distances, particularly for women and children, and help curb the spread of waterborne diseases. This water infrastructure intervention is part of the North East Development Commission's broader efforts to rebuild infrastructure and improve living conditions in Nigeria's northeastern region, which has been impacted by insecurity and limited public services.
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