By Samuel Atuluku The Honourable Commissioner for Water Resources in Kogi State, Engr. Yahaya M. D. Farouk, FNSE, on Wednesday 14th october, 2026 officially handed over the Kabba Water Scheme to the Contractor, Dalfam Nigeria Limited. The project encompasses the immediate rehabilitation, restoration, and expansion of the facility to guarantee the delivery of clean, potable water to the good people of Kabba town, to be completed on or before December 31st, 2026. Engr. Farouk emphasized Governor Ododo's unwavering commitment to the provisuon of basic amenities, with special attention to the improvement in potable water supplies to communities across the state. The Commissioner warmed against shoddy job execution, stressing that the contract must be executed in accordance with the specifications. "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 stated. In his response, the site Manager, Dalfam Nigeria Limited, Engr. Babagida Yusuf expressed gratitude to His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, for the confidence reposed in the firm by awarding them the contract. He assured the government and the residents of Kabba that the project would be completed and delivered even before the stipulated December 31 deadline. The highlight was the signing of relevant documents by both parties.
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