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Insecurity: Sokoto lawmaker donates 200 motorcycles to security agencies, others

The member representing Yabo-Shagari federal constituency, Umar Yusuf Yabo, has donated 200 motorcycles to security agencies and other constituents.

He also empowered 2000 women and distributed 50 water pumps as well as 50 2.5KVA power generators to farmers and mosques in the two areas..

The lawmaker further distributed 500 uniforms and 5000 exercise books to primary school pupils.

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Speaking at the event which took place at Yabo town on Monday, Yusuf said the gesture was part of his campaign promises to his constituents.

“During my campaigns, I promised our people a positive change because Yabo-Shagari had been under represented at the green chamber for so many years.

“So what we are witnessing today is just the begining of so many good things that are on your way,” he said

According to him, each of the 2000 women would receive N50,000, ,adding that, There were other 50 women who would be gifted deep freezer each.

“I also made a case for our electricity supply at the house because Yabo-Shagari have not been getting light for about two years now.

“I promise you that, our light will be restored very soon,” he assured.

The state chairman of APC, Bello Goronyo however, commended the lawmaker for achieving this feat withing five months.

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