Press Release in part!
The Honourable Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, has highlighted the significance of completing the Farin Ruwa Multipurpose Dam project in Nassarawa State, emphasizing its importance for water supply, irrigation, hydro-power generation, and job creation.
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| “Farina Ruwa Multipurpose Dam is a priority project” – Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation. Photo: @FMINONigeria |
The Honourable Minister made this declaration Tuesday 7/05/2024 when the Executive Governor of Nassarawa State, Engr. Abdullahi Audu Sule and delegation paid him a courtesy visit in his office, Abuja.
He revealed that its strategic location near the FCT and other states underscores its potential impact on the region’s development, aligning with the goals of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He informed the Governor that the Farin Ruwa Dam, with its hydro-power capacity of approximately 25 mgts, has been included in the 2024 appropriation, and construction is progressing diligently. The embankments have already been finished, and work is now focused on the crest level. He emphasized that upon completion, the dam will guarantee ample water supply for households, irrigation, and hydro-power generation and many more. He noted that it will not only benefit Nassarawa State but also extend its advantages to Benue State and the FCT, fostering job creation, wealth generation, and ensuring food security. The Minister also mentioned that the Doma Dam in Nasarawa State is among those slated for rehabilitation by the Federal Government.
