The Kaduna State Water Corporation (KADSWAC) says residents of Sabo in Chikun Local Government Area will soon experience relief from water scarcity following the replacement of old and faulty pumps at the Detroit water intake.
Yakubu Danjuma, spokesman of the corporation, told journalists in Kaduna on Friday that most of the pumps in use were outdated, with only one or two still functioning.
He explained that the frequent breakdown of the old pumps had hampered water distribution despite the laying of new pipes in the area.
“We are replacing all the pumps, about six to eight in total, because they are old and worn out. When one pump works, it runs for a while and stops, then another takes over. But now, most of them have failed, which is why we cannot pump water effectively despite the new pipes laid,” he said.
Danjuma confirmed that funds for the purchase of the new pumps had been released and that installation would commence as soon as they arrive in Nigeria.
He added that once the project was completed, residents would enjoy steady water supply and urged customers to remain patient as the government worked to revitalise the water sector across the state.
“By God’s grace, the issue of water scarcity in Chikun and surrounding areas will soon be a thing of the past. We are working hard to restore normal supply, and we want the public to know that government has not abandoned them,” he assured.
(NAN)