By Muhammad Ibrahim, Sokoto
Some of his notable accomplishments include Infrastructure Development, Completed over 180 projects, including 30 township roads and installation of solar-powered streetlights across Sokoto metropolis and its 23 local governments, launched rural road projects spanning 267.6 kilometers to improve connectivity and economic viability, constructed and commissioned federal government houses to address housing deficits.
One Healthcare, the governor established a N10 billion healthcare revitalization fund to boost the healthcare system, distributed medical supplies to over 650 facilities and recruited indigenous health professionals.
Sokoto similarly mplemented programs like mental health helplines for adolescents and extensive immunization campaigns.
One Education, he allocated 25% of the 2025 budget to the education sector, surpassing international benchmarks. Renovated dilapidated structures in schools, provided instructional materials, and implemented welfare schemes for teachers.
He, inline tackled challenges like high numbers of out-of-school children and security threats affecting school attendance.
With regards to Security he provided 130 rugged patrol vehicles and constructed new military bases to enhance security.
Strengthened community guard corps and partnered with federal security agencies to combat banditry.
In a related development, Social Welfare wise, he increased monthly cash transfers for persons living with disabilities to ₦10,000 per beneficiary.
Implemented housing schemes and special programs for skill acquisition to empower vulnerable populations.
Distributed relief materials to flood victims and provided farm inputs to support farmers.
Others are Economic Development
where he focused on digital transformation initiatives and entrepreneurship to drive economic growth and fostered partnerships with global entities to promote economic development.
These achievements have earned Governor Ahmad Aliyu recognition, including the prestigious “The Sun Governor of the Year Award”, solidifying his reputation as a transformative leader dedicated to Sokoto’s development.
