File photo: Sokoto Governor, Ahmed Aliyu
The Sokoto State Government has approved N1.759bn for the procurement of 1,000 Bajaj motorcycles for distribution to security agencies to strengthen the fight against banditry and improve security operations across the state.
The approval was one of the resolutions reached at the sixth regular meeting of the Sokoto State Executive Council for 2026, chaired by the Deputy Governor, Idris Muhammad Gobir.
According to a statement issued by the Director-General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Abubakar Bawa on Thursday, the motorcycles would complement the 62 armoured vehicles recently procured by the state government at a cost of N27bn and distributed to security agencies.
The government said the motorcycles were intended to enhance the mobility of security personnel, particularly in difficult terrains and communities affected by banditry.
