By Khalid Idris Doya The lawmaker representing Darazo-Ganjuwa Federal Constituency, Hon. Mansur Manu Soro, has delivered 300 solar-powered...
By Khalid Idris Doya
The lawmaker representing Darazo-Ganjuwa Federal Constituency, Hon. Mansur Manu Soro, has delivered 300 solar-powered street lights across communities in his constituency as part of his commitment to improving access to electricity.
Hon. Soro said the initiative aims to provide a total of 400 solar street lights before the end of 2025, fulfilling his promise to enhance security, economic activities, and social life in rural areas.
Speaking to journalists on Sunday after the completion of the third phase of the project, which involved the installation of 100 solar-powered street lights, he said the units covered Zara, Yali, Gabciyari, Tauya, Papa, Wahu, and Kariya districts.
“The project was executed in phases to ensure equitable distribution across the constituency,” Hon. Soro explained. “Phases 1 and 2 covered Soro, Sade, and Miya, while the third batch has just concluded. By the grace of God, Phase 4 will reach the remaining areas that are yet to benefit. We set a target of providing 400 solar street lights by 2025.”
Providing a breakdown of the just-completed phase, he said Zara received 20 units, Yali 10, Gabciyari 20, Tauya 15, Papa 15, Wahu 10, and Kariya 10.
Highlighting the importance of the project, Hon. Soro cited World Bank statistics showing that as of 2023, about 61 percent of Nigerians—approximately 86.8 million people—lack access to electricity, making Nigeria the country with the highest number of people without power globally.
He urged community members to protect and properly maintain the installed facilities to ensure their sustainability. “We call on our communities to take ownership of these projects and safeguard them for the collective good of our people,” he said.
Hon. Soro also assured constituents that the fourth phase of the project is already in the pipeline and will be completed before the end of the year.
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