The ex-Archbishop of Canterbury, His Grace Justin Portal Welby, has commended Kaduna State for the significant progress it has made in restoring peace, unity and stability, noting a clear departure from the ethno-religious tensions that once defined the state. Archbishop Welby made the observation during a courtesy visit to the Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna, where he was received by the Kaduna State Governor, on the sidelines of his engagement as Guest Speaker at the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria Convocation Lecture. Reflecting on his first visit to Kaduna in…
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Kaduna: Gov. Sani creates 5,000 jobs to strengthen sanitation
Kaduna state governor, Uba Sani, has launched an environmental initiative that will strengthen sanitation, which provides jobs for 5,000 youths and women across the state. Speaking at the launching of the initiative named: ‘Operation Tsafta’ on Thursday, the Governor promised that 7,000 more jobs will be created in the next couple of months. Governor Sani said that his government has procured essential equipment, including Roro-bins, dustbins, water tankers, and appropriate personal protective equipment for the programme. “These resources are intended to enhance operational effectiveness, improve safety for workers, and ensure…
Read More“Kaduna govt. focuses on inclusive development” – Governor
Kaduna State government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring security and promoting development across various sectors of life for the people of the state. Governor Uba Sani made this known during a book launch that documents the achievements of his administration over two years in office, published by the 14-14 Group. The book is titled: ‘Two Years of the 7-Point Agenda: An Assessment of Governor Uba Sani’s Transformative Initiative in Kaduna State’. Speaking through his Chief of Staff, Sani Liman Kila, Governor Sani emphasised that his administration is focused on…
Read MoreProjects: “No community Ieft behind in Kaduna” –Gov. Uba Sani
Kaduna state governor, Uba Sani has said his administration is constructing 140 roads in all the 23 local government areas in Kaduna state, totalling 1,335 kilometres across all the three senatorial districts. The Governor, who spoke yesterday during the commissioning of asphalt road linking Durum to Kuruntumawa towns in Makarfi LGA, pointed out that all the roads were conceived and initiated by his government, promising that his administration will complete projects inherited from previous governments. He reminded that all the road projects were of standard quality. Governor Sani recalled that…
Read MoreKaduna: ‘Mega poultry project to create 350,000 jobs’ – Gov. Uba Sani
Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has said the proposed $200 million ‘Mega Poultry Project’ in the state will create over 350,000 direct and indirect jobs, positioning agriculture as a major driver of employment and economic growth. The Governor disclosed this on Thursday, during a meeting with the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, as both parties moved to align federal and state efforts ahead of the project’s ground-breaking. Governor Sani said the project is expected to generate more than $450 million annually, while strengthening food security and opening up…
Read MoreTinubu hails Uba Sani at 55
…Praises pro-democracy roots, inclusive governance in Kaduna President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, as he clocks 55 today December 31, describing him as a principled leader whose journey from pro-democracy activism to governance reflects sacrifice, conviction and service to the nation. In a congratulatory message issued yesterday, the President referred to Governor Sani as a “younger brother and friend in the struggle for democracy”, noting that his life story offers enduring lessons, particularly for younger Nigerians committed to building a just…
Read MoreKaduna climbs to 2nd in ‘Ease of-Doing-Business’ ranking under Uba Sani
Kaduna State has recorded a major governance milestone, rising from 8th to 2nd position in the latest national ‘Ease-of-Doing-Business’ ranking, a development the state government says reflects deliberate reforms and people-centred leadership under Governor Uba Sani. In a statement issued yesterday, the Governor’s Office described the leap as the outcome of “quiet but consistent” policy choices aimed at making Kaduna more business-friendly for entrepreneurs, investors and small traders. According to the statement, signed by Suleiman Abubakar, Senior Special Assistant on Research, Documentation and Strategy-II to the Governor, “The administration has…
Read MoreUba Sani vows to build inclusive Kaduna ‘where diversity thrives’
Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, has reiterated his commitment to building a state where diversity is a source of strength and every citizen can pursue a life of dignity and opportunity. The Governor, who made this known as the Chief Host at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Nigeria Aid Group of Islam, Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI), at the weekend, noted that his vision is anchored on unity, peace, and sustainable development. He further said that this commitment has guided his administration’s prioritisation of security, restoration of confidence, and enabling…
Read MoreKaduna gets longest asphalt road in 20yrs, connects 76 communities
Kaduna State government says that it had completed the 35-kilometre asphalt road linking Gadar-Gayan via a spur at Gwaraji to Maraban Kujama. Gayan is in Igabi local government area (LGA), while Gwaraji is located at LGA and Maraban Kujama is in Chikun LGA. According to the state government, the project includes a 130-metre bridge across the River Kaduna, which traverses 76 farming communities, connecting three LGAs. Groundbreaking for the road was performed by Governor Sani in January last year, while construction was carried out by Messrs MotherCat Nigeria Ltd. This…
Read More“We will immortalise Sheikh Ɗahiru Bauchi” – Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has promised to set up a Foundation to commemorate the late Sheikh Ɗahiru Usman Bauchi, that will continue to preach the inter-religious harmony which the learned Islamic scholar was known for in his lifetime. The Governor made the commitment on Sunday, when he led a 30-member delegation on a condolence visit to the family of the Late Tijjaniyya leader who died on November 27, at his family home in Bauchi. Speaking during the visit, he said that Kaduna State government will set up a…
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