From Muhammad Gazali Garba
The Governor of Sokoto State, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu, has pledged to provide additional capital support to traders after the reconstruction of the burnt section of the Sokoto Central Market is completed.
He made the pledge while hosting traders at an Iftar gathering held at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Lodge in Sokoto.
Governor Aliyu thanked the traders for their patience, understanding, and continued support for his administration. He assured them that his government would continue to implement projects aimed at beautifying the state capital and strengthening commercial activities.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of traders and creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive.
“We are working tirelessly to position Sokoto as a hub for commerce and trade in the region. This vision cannot be achieved without the support and cooperation of our traders,” he said.
He further explained that his administration has embarked on several initiatives to revitalise the state’s economy, including infrastructure development, agricultural promotion, and strategic engagement with the private sector. He assured the traders that the benefits of these initiatives would reach markets and trading centres across the state.
“Your contributions are vital to the success of our development agenda. I urge you to continue supporting this administration as we work together to build a prosperous Sokoto,” the governor added.
In their separate remarks, leaders of the traders’ association, including the State Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Chika Sarkin Gishiri, Alhaji Bello Bulaki, Alhaji Bashar Nuhu Basha, Alhaji Nafi’u Dan Haja, Alhaji Isah Maishinkafa, and Malam Muktari, commended the governor for reclaiming the market and awarding the reconstruction contract to them.
They assured him of their continued support and pledged to ensure the timely completion of the project.
The traders’ leaders also described Governor Aliyu as a people-oriented leader committed to the development of Sokoto State and prayed for his continued success and good health in steering the affairs of the state.
