Caritas commissions solar-powered borehole in Adamawa IDP camp

Summary

Caritas Nigeria has commissioned a 60,000-litre solar-powered borehole and water tank at the Malkohi IDP camp in Adamawa State.

Highlights

• The facility was unveiled in Malkohi, Yola South, to help address water scarcity in the community.
• Caritas Nigeria’s executive secretary, Rev. Fr. Peter Babangida, said the project is meant to improve access to safe water and reduce the burden of water collection, especially for women and children.
• Babangida described the borehole as a practical expression of support for displaced people and urged local stakeholders to help maintain it.
• The Bishop of Yola Diocese, represented at the event, commended Caritas Nigeria and its partners for supporting vulnerable residents.
• The Adamawa State commissioner for reconstruction, rehabilitation, reintegration and humanitarian services also praised the project as a complement to government water efforts.