Residents of Gumburawa town in Wamakko Local Government Area of Sokoto State have expressed relief and appreciation following the construction of a new cemetery by Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko. The facility enables the community to bury their loved ones with dignity and in accordance with Islamic rites.
The project was carried out in response to a formal request from members of the Gumburawa community, reflecting the senator’s continued responsiveness to the needs of his constituents.
While handing over the completed cemetery, the senator’s representative and project contractor, Umar Abdullahi Alkanci, said the gesture is part of Senator Wamakko’s longstanding commitment to promoting Islamic affairs and supporting community development initiatives across the state.
He noted that with the cemetery now available, residents of Gumburawa and surrounding communities will no longer face difficulties in securing a proper burial place for their departed loved ones.
Alkanci urged the benefiting communities to maintain the facility properly and protect it from vandalism. He expressed gratitude to Senator Wamakko for the opportunity to execute the project and prayed for Almighty Allah’s abundant reward upon him.
In his remarks, former federal lawmaker Hon. Sa’idu Muhammad Gumburawa expressed profound appreciation on behalf of the community, describing the project as timely and highly impactful. He disclosed that no fewer than seven communities are expected to benefit, including Gumburawa, Kaurar Moyi, Bakasi, Gidan Gado, Gidan Gambo, and Runjin Gabas, among others.
Hon. Gumburawa assured that the facility would be properly utilized and maintained for the collective benefit of all concerned communities.
Special prayers were offered by the local Imam for Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko’s continued progress, good health, and contributions to development.
The project stands as yet another testament to the senator’s unwavering dedication to grassroots development and community welfare.
