By Thompson Yamput
As part of activities to mark her one year in office, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Friday, commissioned water reticulation system in Kogi Central.
A statement issued by Arogbonlo Israel, her Chief Press Secretary, Akpoti-Uduaghan explained that the project was part of her campaign promises to ensure access to clean water for her constituents and pledged to undertake further initiatives.
“I am overwhelmed with joy and pleased that we have managed to fulfill several of our campaign promises.
“Water is essential for everything, and I have witnessed our people walking long distances in search of it.
“This was a specific concern I presented to the federal government. Today, we have twelve water reticulation projects across Kogi Central, with six ready for commissioning.
“This 50,000-liter water project is designed for durability. Each water tank is capable of serving 50 homes. We will continue to advocate for more water projects in the future, ” she said
The senator said although she belongs to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), she was confident that President Bola Tinubu approvesbof her projects for her people, who deserve the best.
She equally facilitated skills acquisition programmes to train and empower the people of Kogi Central, alongside other legacy projects.
These initiatives , she said, were aimed at empowering the people of Kogi Central and address local infrastructure needs.
She gave the skills acquisition programmes to include training in fashion design, block molding and tiling, welding, fishery, and catering.
“Beneficiaries from the five local government areas of the district will receive necessary equipment and startup funds for their businesses.
“I hope that the knowledge you gain here will be applied to your various businesses. I understand that many of you may be tempted to sell your tools, but I urge you not to do that. With patience and diligence, you can build thriving businesses.
“I am optimistic that by this time next year, when I visit your businesses, they will be flourishing.
“The core purpose of this training is to make you financially independent. In addition to the tools you’ll receive, you will also be provided with startup funds,” she added, ” she said.
