By Emmanuel Kwada
The Adamawa State Government, the North East Multisectoral Crisis Recovery Project (MCRP) Adamawa State Project Coordination Unit has successfully revitalized the Yola Urban Water Supply Project, delivering clean and reliable water to communities that have endured over 15 years of limited access to this essential resource.
The ambitious rehabilitation project features a newly installed transmission line stretching from Jippu Jam to an elevated tank at the Adamawa State water Board District office, complemented by a sprawling 15-kilometer distribution network that serves Yola and its surrounding areas.
Beyond the water infrastructure upgrades, the initiative includes the fencing and renovation of two office blocks, now equipped with modern facilities to ensure sustainable water management for the region.
This project is a testament to His Excellency’s unwavering commitment to his 8-Point Agenda, which prioritizes uplifting the lives of citizens at the grassroots level
For more than a decade and a half, residents of Yola have grappled with the scarcity of potable water, a basic necessity critical to health and well-being. The completion of this project marks a turning point, offering hope and tangible improvements to thousands of households.
Dr. Maurice Vunobolki, the Adamawa State Project Coordinator for the MCRP, hailed the revitalized water supply scheme as a cornerstone of the executive Governor, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s administration.
It’s not just about pipes and pumps—it’s about restoring dignity and improving quality of life
“This project is a testament to His Excellency’s unwavering commitment to his 8-Point Agenda, which prioritizes uplifting the lives of citizens at the grassroots level,” Dr. Vunobolki said.
“It’s not just about pipes and pumps—it’s about restoring dignity and improving quality of life.”
The Yola Urban Water Supply Project is part of a broader effort under the MCRP to address water access across Adamawa State. Similar rehabilitation and upgrade initiatives are underway in Numan, Shelleng, and Ganye Local Government Areas, reflecting a comprehensive approach to tackling the state’s water challenges.
The MCRP’s impact in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector is already evident.
Water, we’re reducing the burden of water-borne diseases, improving public health
To date, the project has delivered approximately 450 hand pumps, 187 solar-powered boreholes, 21 small-town water supply schemes, and 96 Ventilated Improved Latrines (VIPs) across Adamawa, transforming access to clean water and sanitation for countless communities.
Dr. Vunobolki emphasized the far-reaching implications of the Yola project: “This is more than infrastructure—it’s a lifeline. By ensuring access to clean water, we’re reducing the burden of water-borne diseases, improving public health, and empowering our people to thrive.”
This is more than infrastructure—it’s a lifeline
As the Adamawa State Government continues to partner with the MCRP, the revitalization of water supply schemes stands as a beacon of progress, signaling a brighter, healthier future for Yola and beyond.
