By Samuel Atuluku
The Honourable Commissioner for Water Resources in Kogi State, Engr. Yahaya M. D. Farouk, FNSE, on Wednesday 14th october, 2026 formally handed over the Kabba Water Scheme to the Contractor, Dalfam Nigeria Limited.
The mission encompasses the speedy rehabilitation, restoration, and enlargement of the power to ensure the supply of unpolluted, potable water to the great folks of Kabba city, to be accomplished on or earlier than December thirty first, 2026.
Engr. Farouk emphasised Governor Ododo’s unwavering dedication to the provisuon of primary facilities, with particular consideration to the development in potable water provides to communities throughout the state.
The Commissioner warmed towards shoddy job execution, stressing that the contract should be executed in accordance with the specs.
“It is important to stress at this point that the government of the Chief Servant is committed to excellence in all sectors. Water is not an exception. You must therefore ensure value for money, carry out the job well to earn the confidence reposed on you”, he said.
In his response, the location Manager, Dalfam Nigeria Limited, Engr. Babagida Yusuf expressed gratitude to His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, for the arrogance reposed within the agency by awarding them the contract.
He assured the federal government and the residents of Kabba that the mission can be accomplished and delivered even earlier than the stipulated December 31 deadline.
The spotlight was the signing of related paperwork by each events.
