From Muhammad Gazali Garba
Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu, has presented 23 brand new Toyota Jeeps to the chairmen of the 23 local government areas in the state.
The presentation ceremony was held at the Government House, Sokoto, with the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Muhammad Bello Sifawa, representing the Governor.
The SSG explained that the vehicles were provided to enhance effective governance and strengthen service delivery at the grassroots level. This move, he said, would enable local government chairmen to better supervise projects, monitor activities, and respond promptly to the needs of their people.
Governor Aliyu’s commitment to empowering local government administrations was reiterated by the SSG. He emphasized that grassroots development remains a top priority of the current administration. The SSG urged the beneficiaries to use the vehicles judiciously for official duties and to ensure proper maintenance.
The ALGON Chairman in the state, Alhaji Abba Shehu Tambuwal, expressed gratitude to the Governor on behalf of the local government chairmen.
He pledged that the vehicles would be used responsibly to enhance governance and bring development closer to the people at the grassroots.
The presentation ceremony was attended by notable government officials, including the state APC Chairman, Alhaji Isah Sadiq Achida, Commissioners, and Special Advisers among others.
