Kebbi State has begun work on an deserted erosion management mission overlaying Badariya and Malala areas of Birnin Kebbi, the state capital, following the flag-off by Governor Nasir Idris to deal with persistent erosion issues affecting residents.
Speaking on the ceremony, Idris expressed confidence that the mission would offer an enduring resolution to erosion within the affected communities, shield farmlands and enhance the surroundings.
He mentioned the mission could be applied by means of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL), a World Bank-assisted programme designed to deal with environmental degradation and strengthen resilience in weak landscapes.
“The successful completion of this project will significantly reduce erosion problems in the affected communities, protect farmlands and create a more conducive environment for agricultural activities,” the governor mentioned.
Idris expressed confidence within the contractor, describing it as a good multinational firm with specialised expertise in erosion management.
He mentioned his administration was decided to rescue residents of Dukku, Mallah and Badariya from persistent erosion challenges.
The governor assured residents that the mission could be supervised to make sure compliance with authorised specs and high quality requirements and well timed completion.
He urged residents of the benefiting communities to cooperate with the contractor and mission officers and assist shield the infrastructure after completion.
Residents who attended the ceremony counseled the initiative, describing it as a well timed intervention towards the risk erosion poses to their properties, farmlands and livelihoods.
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