Caritas Nigeria on Wednesday commissioned a 60,000-litre-capacity solar-powered borehole to tackle acute water scarcity at the Malkohi Permanent Internally Displaced Persons camp in Yola South Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Executive Secretary of Caritas Nigeria, Rev. Fr. Peter Babangida, said access to safe and reliable water was fundamental to human dignity, good health and well-being.
He said, “For the residents of Malkohi, this facility represents an important step towards improving access to water, reducing the burden of water collection, and improving living conditions, particularly for women and children.
“It is a pleasure to be here today to witness the commissioning of this 60,000-litre solar-powered water supply project at Malkohi IDP Camp.”
Babangida said the project was more than a water project, describing it as a practical expression of solidarity with people who had endured the hardship of displacement.
“It demonstrates what we can achieve
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