Jigawa approves N1.187billion for solar and water supply under constituency project

By Aliyu Dangida

Jigawa State Executive Council has approved the sum of ₦1,187,759,319 for the implementation of various solar and water supply projects across the 23 State Constituencies under the 2026 Constituency Projects.

The two approvals are to be implemented through the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA) and STOWA, covers the construction of Afridev hand-pump boreholes, solar-powered water systems, and the supply and installation of essential water infrastructure and equipment across the 23 constituencies of the state.

Commissioner of Information Youth Sport and Culture, Hon. Sagir Musa Ahmed made the disclosure after the weekly executive council meeting, said the approved projects comprise the following: Construction of Afridev hand-pump boreholes, Construction and installation of solar-powered water supply systems and Supply of hand-pump materials.

Others are Supply and installation of submersible pumps, supply and installation of solar panels and supply of electrical cables and other necessary accessories for the effective operation of the water systems.

The projects according to commissioner are designed to improve access to safe, clean and reliable drinking water, particularly in rural and underserved communities across the state.

He added that they are also expected to reduce the challenges associated with accessing potable water, improve public health and sanitation, and contribute to the overall well-being of residents.

In a related development, Council in session has equally ..In a related development council in session has approved the sum of ₦280,546,201.45 for the implementation of water supply projects across the 23 State Constituencies under the 2026 Constituency Projects of the Jigawa State House of Assembly.

The projects, to be implemented through the Small-Town Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (STOWA), are aimed at improving access to safe, clean and sustainable drinking water through the construction, upgrading, conversion and replacement of critical water supply facilities across the state.

Hon. Sagir stated that the development was sequel to Governor Namadi administration’s commitment to supply of potable drinking water to the resident of the state especially those in hard to reach communities

According to the Commissioner, the approved intervention covers the following major components: Construction of complete solar-powered water supply schemes across the 23 State Constituencies, Upgrading of existing water supply facilities to improve efficiency and service delivery.

Others include Conversion of existing water supply systems to solar-powered systems, Replacement of faulty and obsolete submersible pumps to restore and improve the functionality of existing water facilities.

Hon. Sagir explained that the approval represents an important intervention towards strengthening water infrastructure, particularly in small towns and underserved communities across Jigawa State.

He said: “Upon completion, the projects are expected to improve the availability and reliability of potable water, reduce dependence on conventional electricity and fuel-powered water systems, lower operational and maintenance costs, and promote the use of renewable energy in the provision of essential public services.

“The equitable distribution of these projects across the 23 State Constituencies also reflects the commitment to ensuring that communities throughout the state benefit from government interventions in water supply, sanitation and rural development.

“The implementing agency, STOWA, is expected to ensure that the projects are executed in accordance with approved specifications, with appropriate supervision, quality assurance, transparency and accountability to guarantee value for public funds and the long-term sustainability of the facilities.” He added.