- Commissioner says rehabilitation is on course and will be completed within the stipulated timeline
The Chief of Staff to Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, Alhaji Ali Bello, on Friday inspected the ongoing rehabilitation of the Greater Lokoja Water Works, saying the state government is determined to restore potable water supply to the state capital and surrounding communities.
Bello toured key operational sections of the water treatment plant to assess the progress made by the project team and technical contractors.
He said the visit reflected Ododo’s commitment to delivering vital urban infrastructure and sustainable public utilities. He added that the administration remains committed to providing basic social amenities.
Bello and his delegation were received by the Commissioner for Water Resources, Engr. Yahaya M. D. Farouk.
Farouk thanked the Chief of Staff for the visit, which he described as both encouraging and strategic.
He reiterated the ministry’s commitment to meeting the administration’s delivery targets. He said work was proceeding in line with engineering standards and assured the government and residents that the project would be completed within the stipulated timeline.
