Former Military President inaugurates N 610m new presidential Villa in Sokoto.

Former military President Ibrahim Babangida on Monday inaugurated the new presidential villa acquired, and furnished with N610 million by the Sokoto State Government.

The former Military governor said “Sokoto sai Aliyu,” meaning Sokoto is for Aliyu, refering to Gov. Aliyu Wamakko.

Babangida, while expressing happiness, commended Wamakko for “a job well done”.

Wamakko in return described Babangida as”our leader who has retired but not tired”.

Wamakko said the former military president’s name would be written in gold “anytime one writes the history of Nigeria”.

”The present administration wants to leave far-reaching legacies as Sokoto is renowned as the home of exemplary leaders in the country,” he said.

According to Wamakko, leadership requires absolute sacrifice, “I am a leader with unique grassroots support.” He said.

The governor said that the presidential villa was aimed at providing an ultra-modern edifice for the”honourable hosting of visitors coming to the state daily”.The governor said the structure had been adequately furnished and would be routinely maintained to provide comfort for those who would be residing in it.

”The structures will also be protected from all forms of abuse to make sure that they last longer,” Wamakko added.

”The structures will also be protected from all forms of abuse to make sure that they last longer,” Wamakko added.

The Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Sahabi Gada, commended Wamakko for his “foresight on issues of good governance”.

Babangida also inaugurated some township roads constructed by the state government in Sokoto town and its environs.

The roads are in Gwadabawa, Lapai, Talata-Mafara and Anka areas.