Katsina governor launches ₦31.8bn water project for underserved communities
Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda launched the ₦31.8 billion Zobe Phase 1B Water Project to address a 40-year potable water shortage affecting 16 communities across five local government areas. The project, awarded to Mutual Commitment Company Limited, aims to fully utilize the Zobe Dam (built in 1983) and provide clean water, stimulate agriculture, and create jobs. This initiative aligns with the state's WASH agenda under the World Bank's SURWASH program and includes ongoing dam rehabilitation efforts. The project plans to extend the water distribution network, transforming access to water for homes, schools, and businesses. Completion is expected within a year, with local engineers receiving training. The first phase of the Zobe project currently produces 45 million litres of water daily, although Katsina metropolis alone requires over 130 million litres.
