Sokoto approves contracts for construction of mosques, others

The Sokoto State Executive Council approved multiple projects on Thursday spanning education, healthcare, transport, security, and religious affairs.

The approvals were made at the council’s first meeting of 2026 and are aimed at enhancing service delivery across the state.

At the meeting, the council approved ₦336.6 million for the renovation of the Vice-Chancellor’s residence and staff quarters at Sokoto City University.

Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Isa Mahishanu, said, “This project is aimed at improving the working and living conditions of academic staff and strengthening the university system.”

He added that ₦179.3 million was approved to upgrade the clinic at the State College of Basic and Remedial Studies to a primary healthcare centre, noting that “the upgrade is in line with NBTE requirements and will improve access to quality healthcare services.”

Over ₦956 million was also approved for the renovation of Government Secondary School Trike and the establishment of an out-of-school children’s centre.

Mahishanu explained, “These interventions are targeted at addressing infrastructure gaps and expanding access to education, especially for out-of-school children.”

In the transport sector, Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Sambo Bello Danchadi, said ₦78.34 million was approved for the rehabilitation of Sokoto State Transport Authority facilities.

“The government has invested significantly in mass transit, and this rehabilitation will ensure sustainability and efficiency,” he said.

Danchadi also disclosed that ₦221.9 million was approved to complete the long-abandoned Wamakko General Hospital project, adding, “Its completion will significantly expand access to healthcare across the state.”

In the religious sector, ₦144.6 million was approved for the construction of a central Jumaat mosque in Shuni, alongside the completion of a mosque at the NSCDC headquarters.

Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Professor Jabir Maihula, said, “These projects are designed to support religious activities and promote unity and moral development within communities.”

On security and agriculture, Commissioner for Innovation and Digital Economy, Bashir Umaru Kwabo, said the council approved the construction of security outposts and a mechanical workshop worth ₦141.97 million in Gwadabawa.

“The security outposts will help safeguard lives and property, while the workshop will support farmers and boost agricultural productivity,” he stated.

The council reaffirmed its commitment to timely execution of all approved projects, assuring that they would be completed within stipulated timelines and without cost variation.