Sokoto Expands Ramadan Feeding Programme to More Communities
By Abdullahi Yusuf
The Sokoto State Government has announced plans to expand its annual Ramadan feeding programme, ensuring that more indigent and vulnerable individuals benefit from the initiative.
Governor Ahmed Aliyu made this known on Friday during the inauguration of the remodelled Ruggar Wauru Jumu’at Mosque in Sokoto. He assured the public that early preparations are underway for the 2025 Ramadan fast, with a focus on enhancing the quality of meals provided at feeding centres.
“We are working ahead of the forthcoming Ramadan fast to improve the quality of food served at our feeding centres. Additionally, my administration is set to expand the programme to new areas, ensuring that communities without feeding centres can now benefit from the initiative, the governor stated.
Beyond the feeding programme, Governor Aliyu highlighted his administration’s broader efforts in promoting Islamic affairs, including the renovation and construction of mosques and Islamiyya schools across the state. He listed several completed Jumu’at mosques, including Sheikh Musa Lukuwa, Tahsinul Qur’an, Runjin Sambo, Sheikh Gumi Sultan Maccido Emir Yahaya Road, and mosques in Yabo and Gwadabawa. He also noted that renovation works are ongoing at mosques in Kebbe, Illela, Shagari, and Kware to provide more comfortable places of worship.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to religious institutions, Aliyu disclosed that the state government has allocated a monthly imprest of N300,000 to N500,000 for the maintenance of 90 Jumu’at mosques in Sokoto metropolis. Additionally, a monthly allowance has been introduced for Imams, Deputy Imams, and Muazzins in recognition of their roles in Islamic propagation.
The governor also spoke on the recent reactivation of the Hisbah Board, which is tasked with combating social vices and promoting moral discipline. He assured that Hisbah operates independently, free from government interference, and pledged continued support for its activities.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including the State Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Dr. Jabir Sani Mai Hulla, as well as representatives of the Sultan of Sokoto and the Emir of Argungu, Ismaila Muhammad Mera, all of whom commended the governor’s transformative agenda.
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