Governor Ahmed Aliyu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to eradicating banditry in Sokoto State. He made this known while declaring open the 9th regular Executive Council meeting at the Main Council Chamber, Government House, Sokoto.

The governor said the current administration has continued to provide security agencies in the state with the necessary support to enable them to curb banditry affecting some local government areas.

“We have also introduced new ideas and strategies which, with Allah’s will, will help us end banditry in the state,” he said. He further emphasised that his administration remains committed to fully tackling the menace, which has crippled socio-economic activities in some local councils of the state. Aliyu also called for the support of all well-meaning citizens in the fight against insecurity and other forms of criminality.

On the issue of contracts awarded by the present administration, he charged commissioners to ensure regular inspection of projects under their ministries. “By doing so, you will be able to assess the quality or otherwise of projects being executed by contractors,” he said.

The governor warned contractors that his administration will not tolerate low-quality work or unnecessary delays, stressing that standards will not be compromised.

According to him, the people of Sokoto State, who massively voted for the All Progressives Congress (APC), deserve quality projects that reflect their mandate.

He reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering determination to deliver more dividends of democracy across the state. Aliyu also expressed gratitude to the people for their continued support and prayers, urging them to sustain the commendable tempo.