The Federal Government has commissioned the N5.7 billion Gashua Water Supply Scheme in Yobe State, designed to deliver 3,200 million litres of potable water daily to over one million residents.
The project, launched by the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev aims to end chronic water scarcity and address health concerns linked to unsafe drinking water in Northern Nigeria.
Utsev described the scheme as a major federal investment in the region, noting its importance in combating waterborne diseases and suspected kidney-related ailments. He highlighted the project’s alignment with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, emphasizing that it is not just about water but about improving lives, health, and dignity for Gashua and its surrounding communities.
Built with solar-powered boreholes, a state-of-the-art treatment plant, and an extensive distribution network, the project marks a significant step toward sustainable water access. Yobe Governor Mai Mala Buni, represented by Deputy Governor Idi Barde Gubana, and former Senate President Ahmed Lawan both praised the initiative as a critical intervention for the region’s long-standing water and health challenges.
During the commissioning, the Minister officially handed over the facility to the Yobe State Government, urging thorough maintenance and broad stakeholder involvement to ensure its long-term success. He also mentioned ongoing federal water projects across Yobe, reinforcing the government’s commitment to safe water access nationwide.
