Shagari Praises Governor Aliyu for Sokoto's Transformation

Former Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, Alhaji Mukhtar Shehu Shagari, commended Governor Ahmed Aliyu for the significant transformation of the state. In a statement signed by his media aide, Musa Ubandawaki, Shagari urged residents to support the government's development programs, emphasizing that Sokoto's progress requires collective effort.

He praised the administration's interventions across various sectors, including education, where the rehabilitation of schools and provision of learning facilities are seen as investments in the future. Shagari highlighted agricultural initiatives, such as the distribution of free fertilizers and pesticides, aimed at boosting food production and improving rural livelihoods.

He also noted the government's healthcare investments and social welfare programs for vulnerable citizens. Furthermore, Shagari acknowledged infrastructure improvements in roads, water supply, and electricity, which are transforming the state's economic landscape.

He called for residents to maintain environmental cleanliness and support government efforts, stating that the development of Sokoto is a shared responsibility that transcends political and ethnic differences.