Sokoto Delegation Highlights Gov. Ahmed Aliyu’s Water Agenda at 2026 World Water Summit in Singapore
From Bashir Rabe Mani in Sokoto
Sokoto State’s push for safe and sustainable water took centre stage at the 2026 World Water Summit in Singapore, as a high-level delegation led by top officials from the Ministry of Water Resources showcased Gov. Ahmed Aliyu’s commitment to improving water access for all residents.
The Honourable Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Aminu Abdullahi, Iyan Sokoto, the General Manager of Sokoto State Water Board, Engr. Aminu Haruna Mika’ilu, and the Director of Dams and Reservoirs, Engr. Shehu Suleman, represented the state at the global forum.
Their participation signals the administration’s resolve to move beyond local solutions by aligning Sokoto’s water policies with international standards.
At the summit, the delegation engaged in technical sessions, knowledge sharing with global water experts, and bilateral talks aimed at forging strategic partnerships.
“Gov. Ahmed Aliyu is determined that Sokoto people will enjoy clean, reliable, and sustainable water.
“This summit gave us the platform to learn global best practices in water treatment, conservation, and infrastructure management that we can adapt here at home,” Hon. Aminu Abdullahi said on the sidelines of the event.
According to Engr. Mikailu, the team explored innovations in solar-powered water schemes, non-revenue water reduction, and smart metering systems already transforming water supply in cities like Singapore and Amsterdam.
On his side, Engr. Suleman noted that discussions on dam safety, reservoir management, and climate-resilient infrastructure will directly inform ongoing projects on the Rima River Basin and other state dams.
The trip comes as Gov. Aliyu’s administration intensifies work on the Greater Sokoto Water Supply Scheme, rehabilitation of treatment plants in Wamakko and Kware, and installation of solar boreholes across the 23 LGAs.
Officials say insights from Singapore will accelerate those projects and help cut costs while improving service delivery.
Civil society groups welcomed the international engagement, saying exposure to global models will strengthen accountability and efficiency in Sokoto’s water sector
Residents in water-stressed areas like Runjin Sambo and Gidan Dare, who have seen improved supply in recent months, are optimistic the new partnerships will bring lasting relief.
Gov. Aliyu had earlier reaffirmed that water remains a pillar of his 9-Point Smart Agenda, vowing that no community would be left behind.
With the Singapore summit connections now in place, the state government says the next phase will focus on pilot projects and technical cooperation agreements with development partners.
