Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto has called on communities in Gudu Local Government Area to assist the authorities with relevant information that would help in defeating armed bandits terrorizing the area.
He gave the charge while addressing the people of the area who came out en masse to receive him on a thank-you visit to the area on Saturday.
He reminded the Gudu community that securing the area is a collective responsibility, hence the need for all hands to be on deck.
The governor renewed the commitment of his administration to making the state safe and secured.
Gov. Aliyu also pledged to renovate the Balle General Hospital which has been facing serious dilapidation.
“I have directed the immediate renovation of the Balle Health facility so that our people will continue to enjoy the services provided by the facility.
“I have equally directed the installation of 250 solar powered-street lights across Gudu Local Government Area,” he added.
According to him, the state government has already awarded the contracts for the renovation of Tangaza to Gudu road to ensure easy access to several communities living along the road.
In his remarks, Sen. Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko called on the people of the area to continue to support APC so that they can enjoy more dividends of democracy.
He commended the leadership style of Gov. Aliyu, which according to him, has resulted into the massive transformation the state is evenly recording.
Earlier , the Gudu Local Government Sole Administrator, Umar Mai-Kano Balle, commended Gov. Aliyu for giving security in the area the attention it deserves.
“Sir we the people of Gudu are really appreciative of the special attention you are giving this area any time we confront you with issues relating to security,”he added.
The sole administrator also assured the governor of their continued support at all times.
