The Sokoto State Government has warned saying it will not tolerate any form of vandalism during and after hardship protest in the state .
Also the State Government says it will take necessary measures against houses that block the flow of water along Kano road in Sokoto metropolis.
The state commissioner of the ministry of lands,Housing,Urban and Regional Planning,Barr Nasiru Aliyu Dantsoho gave the warning after visiting the scene of protesters had vandalised a roads demarcating wire in some major streets in the state.
The Commissioner said that such acts are not acceptable to the public at this time, but rather, the government is exploring ways of dialogue and seeking divine intervention to bring peace.
Barr Dantsoho said that people should know that they are the government and that it is their money that is being used to execute these projects, and if any damage is done, it is their money that will be used to repair it.
He also called on youths to engage in vocational training and exit the streets, as there is no shortcut to success.
He praised Governor Dr. Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto FCNA for his good intentions towards the youths, and said that soon, the youths will see the benefits.
The commissioner stated this after visiting Kano Road in Sokoto where some petrol stations, AA Rano and Sirajo Kure, have blocked the flow of water.
He said that the government of Dr. Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto will not tolerate such reckless behavior and will not hesitate to take action.
He called on the owners of the petrol stations to comply with the regulations and clear the blockage to allow free flow of water on the road.
He noted that blocking the flow of water on the road poses a threat to public health and property, not only for the residents of Sokoto but also for those passing through the road.
The Commissioner directed the Director of Planning to write a letter of invitation to the owners of the petrol stations to discuss ways to address the issue.
The Commissioner was accompanied by his Permanent Secretary, Engr Ahmad Moyi Tambuwal, and the Directors of the Ministry according to the ministry spoke person,Dodoiya Muktar.
