The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu has awarded a contract for the renovation and rehabilitation of one hundred (100) mosques across the 21 Local Government Areas of the state.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Religious Affairs, Malam Imrana bn-Usman disclosed this while briefing newsmen in his office in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday.
He said the gesture was part of the state government’s commitment towards promoting religious activities in the state.
The governor’s aide explained that all benefiting mosques must install solar lights with three panels of 100w each among other specification.
Bn-Usman noted that the contract was the first phase, adding that a second phase would follow upon successful completion of the first phase.
He expressed the governor’s confidence in the leaders and urged them to ensure quality and standard repairs and renovation.
“A team of consultants, engineers, and media personnel will inspect the projects to ensure compliance.
“The contract has a two-week execution period, and leaders are expected to study the contractual agreement form before signing.
“The agreement form considers two key issues: the contract amount and the items to be purchased and renovation specifications,” the aide said.
