Sen Buba inaugurates 40 solar-powered boreholes across Bauchi south
By Ahmed Ahmed
The Sen. representing Bauchi South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Shehu Buba of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has commissioned and handed over 40 solar-powered boreholes to communities across seven local government areas of the district.
Speaking during the official handover ceremony on Friday in Bauchi, Sen.Buba said the project forms part of his broader agenda to address critical infrastructure deficits in Bauchi South,
“Particularly in the areas of potable water supply, healthcare, education and rural electrification.
“The solar-powered boreholes are designed to provide sustainable access to clean and safe water, thereby tackling long-standing water scarcity challenges faced by many rural communities,”he said
He noted that the initiative would significantly improve public health, sanitation and the overall quality of life of residents.
Buba reaffirmed his commitment to delivering essential services, explaining that the project was informed by concerns raised during his campaign visits to communities across the district.
He added that beyond constituency projects, he had also personally funded the construction and rehabilitation of boreholes in other parts of the state, stressing that densely populated areas were prioritised to ensure maximum benefit.
NAN reports that the breakdown of the distribution shows that Bauchi Local Government Area received 15 boreholes, Toro seven,
Alkaleri, Kirfi and Tafawa Balewa local government areas received four boreholes each. Dass and Bogoro local government areas benefitted with three boreholes each.
Residents expressed deep appreciation for the intervention, noting that lack of water had for years affected household activities, sanitation and livelihoods. Some residents described water as “a lifesaver,” recalling how families often struggled to cook or even drink due to scarcity of clean water.
Malam Aminu Ado, a resident of Tirwun, said the community had gone many years without running tap water, but described the new borehole as an end to their suffering.
Similarly, Ibrahim Muhammad, a meat seller, said water scarcity had affected his business until the intervention.
Speaking on behalf of the communities, a traditional leader, Alhaji Aminu Danmaliki, thanked the senator for prioritising the welfare of the people, saying the project would have lasting positive impact.
