The Sokoto State Government has approved the procurement of assorted fertilisers, improved seeds, and agrochemicals valued at approximately N1.6 billion. This initiative is designed to complement the agricultural inputs already acquired by local councils across the state.
Executive Council Decision
The approval was announced following the State Executive Council meeting held on Thursday at the Council Chamber, Government House, Sokoto. The primary objective is to ensure that farmers receive these essential inputs at the onset of the rainy season, thereby maximising their benefits during the cropping season.
Additional Approvals
The council also sanctioned the purchase of 1,200 units of Daylong motorcycles at a cost of N1.609 billion. These motorcycles will be provided to civil servants under a loan scheme, fulfilling a pledge made by Governor Ahmed Aliyu during this year's May Day celebration in Sokoto.
Furthermore, the council approved the upgrading of Gagi Primary Health Centre to a General Hospital at a cost of N592 million. Additionally, a new Primary Healthcare Centre will be constructed in Majemar Korino, Tudun Wada area of Sokoto South Local Council, with a budget of N143 million. An administrative block at the Primary Healthcare Centre on Kontagora Road is also approved at N192 million.
Infrastructure Projects
Other approved projects include emergency concrete works and the reinstatement of collapsed culverts and drainage canals behind the Rima Radio/Tudun Wada road network, costing N246.9 million. The council also approved the installation and maintenance of the Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) system at Sultan Abubakar III International Airport, Sokoto, at a cost of N113.4 million.
