The Kano State Government has approved the establishment of a new water treatment plant in Taluwaiwai, located in Rano Local Government Area. The project, approved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, aims to enhance water supply and improve living standards across Rano, Kibiya, and Bunkure local government areas.
Announcing the development, the Commissioner for Water Resources, Umar Haruna Doguwa, described the initiative as a monumental step toward addressing long-standing water scarcity in the region. He said the new facility, once completed, would ensure access to clean and potable water for thousands of residents, in line with the governor’s commitment to improving infrastructure and the quality of life for Kano citizens.
Speaking on the project, the Chairmen of Rano, Kibiya, and Bunkure local governments expressed gratitude to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his visionary leadership and dedication to addressing the water needs of their communities.
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They noted that the project would not only provide access to clean water but also generate employment and promote community development. “We are extremely thankful to His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, for this impactful project. It is a major step toward improving our infrastructure and ensuring that our people enjoy basic necessities. This will enhance public health and create a lasting legacy of sustainable water supply,” one of the chairmen stated.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has consistently prioritized sectors such as water, healthcare, and education, focusing on long-term solutions that benefit both urban and rural communities. The Taluwaiwai Water Treatment Plant project is expected to further strengthen these efforts.
According to the Ministry of Water Resources, preparations and resource mobilization for the commencement of construction are already underway, with work expected to begin in the coming weeks.
A resident of Rano, Ibrahim Musa Kahu, commended the governor for what he described as a life-changing initiative that will finally relieve communities of the hardship caused by persistent water shortages.
He said, “We thank our able governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, for remembering our plight. This project will truly change lives in Rano, Kibiya, and Bunkure.”
