A long-standing water crisis in Wuro-Yombe community in mayo Belwa LGA of Adamawa state has finally been resolved following the successful drilling and installation of a modern borehole facilitated by Musa Mahmud Kallamu, bringing relief to residents who have endured over a 100 years without access to borehole water.
The project, described by locals as a historic intervention, marks a major milestone in the community’s development, ending decades of reliance on unsafe and unclean water sources that posed serious health risks.
Speaking on the development, the Village Head of Wuro-Yombe, Babangida Alhaji Kawu, who is about 60 years old, expressed deep emotion over the achievement.
He noted that despite the community’s long existence spanning over 100 years, residents had never benefited from a borehole until Hon. Kallamu’s intervention.
According to him, the new water facility has brought immense relief and happiness to the people, describing the project as a life-changing accomplishment for the entire community.
Residents also shared their experiences and appreciation following the completion of the project.
Ahmadu Misa recalled the hardships faced before the intervention, noting that the community had long depended on unsafe water sources that exposed them to preventable diseases.
He commended Hon. Kallamu for restoring dignity and health through the provision of clean water.
Another resident, Jama’a Bamanga, expressed gratitude on behalf of the community, stating that the people now fully recognize Hon. Kallamu as a key benefactor of Wuro-Yombe.
He added that prayers and support would continue for him in recognition of his contribution.
Similarly, Dalhatu Bamanga affirmed that the community would stand firmly behind Hon. Kallamu in future political engagements, pledging mass support in upcoming elections as appreciation for his developmental efforts.
The newly commissioned borehole is expected to significantly improve sanitation, reduce waterborne diseases, and enhance the overall quality of life in Wuro-Yombe.
Community members described the intervention as not just infrastructure, but a restoration of hope and dignity.
The project has been widely celebrated as a transformative step that finally quenched a “century-old thirst,” reshaping the daily reality of the people of Wuro-Yombe.