Taraba residents laud lawmaker over rural electrification project

Residents of Gunduma, Tutare, Bembal, Yerima, Gassol, and Tella in Taraba State have commended the lawmaker representing their communities in the House of Representatives, Honourable Jaafaru Yakubu, for his electrification project.

Some residents who spoke with our correspondent described the project as life-saving for the people of these communities.

It should be recalled that Arewa Punch reported on Honourable Jaafaru Yakubu’s efforts to electrify the entire Bali/Gassol Federal Constituency. As the Chairman of the House Committee on Nigeria-China Relations, he flagged off a rural electrification project, including the extension of a 33KVA line from Sunkani to Garba-Chede in Taraba State.

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The Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas, represented by the Deputy Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Hamma Adama Abdullahi, emphasized the importance of electricity for the economic growth of these communities. He urged the contractors to ensure that the electricity reaches every nook and cranny of Garba-Chede town so all residents can benefit.

Commenting on the progress of the project, a resident of one of the communities, Abdullah Is’haiku, said, “It is great to hear that the electrification project is progressing, and the next phase is set to commence soon.

“The collaboration between the two companies will undoubtedly ensure efficient and timely completion. Kudos to Hon. Jaafaru Yakubu, the member representing Bali/Gassol Federal Constituency, for his efforts in making this project a reality.”

Another resident, Hajia Salamatu Suleiman, said, “The people of Gunduma, Tutare, Bembal, Yerima, Gassol, and Tella must be ecstatic about the prospect of accessing reliable electricity.

“This will undoubtedly transform our lives, businesses, and communities. It marks a significant milestone in the history of rural electrification within the constituency,” she affirmed.