Kaduna state governor Uba Sani has reaffirmed the state’s ambition to become a leading hub for agricultural transformation and youth-driven innovation, as the state emerged as a pilot beneficiary of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) ‘Rice Transformation Initiative’, while also expanding vocational digital skills training for young people. The governor received the Director-General of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, AbdulLateef Shittu, and his delegation during a strategic working visit focused on deepening collaboration under the ‘State-Led Rice Transformation Initiative’. Kaduna’s selection as a pilot state follows what officials described as notable…
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Insecurity: Kaduna unveils disarmament, reintegration committee
Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, on Monday inaugurated the State Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) Peace and Security Committee, declaring that his administration would provide the necessary political will to ensure its success. The initiative, facilitated by the Office of the National Security Adviser and the National Counter Terrorism Centre, marks the first time such a committee is being established at the subnational level in the country. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony, the governor recalled that Kaduna had only recently emerged from a period of intense insecurity, when bandits, kidnappers…
Read MoreWorkers Day: ‘We’re partners in progress’, Uba Sani hails Kaduna workers
Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani has said that the Kaduna Light Rail Project which was approved by the Federal Executive Council on Thursday will complement his administration’s efforts at easing transportation for workers in the State. The Governor said that his government recognised the economic pressures that workers face in the wake of subsidy reforms. Sani who made the remarks on the occasion of Workers’ Day celebration at Murtala Square on Friday, pointed out that ‘’Our relationship with organised labour has been constructive and we remain committed to sustaining this…
Read MoreKaduna butchers back APC, endorse Gov. Uba Sani
Members of the Kaduna Butchers Association, Kabala Branch, have defected from opposition parties to the ruling All Progressives Congress (ADC), declaring support for Governor Uba Sani. The defectors were received at the campaign office of the governor by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy affairs, Sadiq Mamman-Lagos, who also serves as Director-General of the Senator Uba Sani Support Group. Speaking on behalf of the group, the leader of the delegation, Suleiman Sale Ɗan Kabo, said their decision was based on the governor’s developmental strides, inclusive style of governance and…
Read MoreEkiti election: APC appoints Gov. Uba Sani as campaign council chairman
All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed Governor Uba Sani, of Kaduna state, as chairman of its campaign council for the forthcoming Ekiti governorship election. The appointment was conveyed in a letter dated April 24, 2026, signed by Ajibola Basiru, national secretary of the party, on behalf of the National Working Committee (NWC). The party said Sani’s selection was based on his “distinguished leadership, political experience, and commitment” to the APC. It expressed confidence that under his leadership, the campaign would be effectively coordinated to secure victory at the poll. The…
Read More“You’ve renewed our hope” — Kaduna pensioners commend Uba Sani over ₦4.29bn payout
The Kaduna State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) has lauded Governor Uba Sani for approving the release of ₦4.289 billion for the settlement of long-standing pension liabilities, describing the move as a major step toward restoring retirees’ confidence in government. In a statement issued in Kaduna, the union said the disbursement, which covers gratuities, death benefits, and accrued rights, has brought renewed relief and optimism to thousands of pensioners and families of deceased civil servants who had endured years of financial uncertainty. The NUP noted that many…
Read MoreKaduna: “I inherited insecurity, infrastructure gaps from el-Rufa’i” – Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani, of Kaduna state, has declared that he inherited insecurity, infrastructure gaps and weak social indicators from the administration of Nasir el-Rufa’i, former governor of the state. Governor Sani made the comment at a workshop for senior government officials organised by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) during the ‘Nigeria Public Relations Week’, in Kaduna. The workshop was themed: ‘From Policy To Public Trust: Strategic Communication For Vision Alignment And Governance Delivery For Renewed Hope’. Participants included Commissioners, Special Advisers, counsellors and Permanent Secretaries. According to the…
Read More“APC must tell its story as ‘opposition plots anarchy’ ” – Uba Sani
Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has called on members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to intensify efforts in communicating the achievements of the party, warning that opposition elements are allegedly working to destabilize the country. Speaking in a recent address during a strategic meeting with the 36 state coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) convened by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the Governor stressed the need for party loyalists and supporters to actively engage citizens and counter what he described as “deliberate misinformation and…
Read MoreKaduna: Uba Sani honoured as ‘Life Patron’ at Economic Roundtable
…Reaffirms state’s diversification drive Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has been conferred with the title of: ‘Life Patron of the Nigeria Entertainment and Economic Roundtable’, at its third edition held in Abuja. The event, themed: ‘The Urgency of Recognizing Tourism, Culture, and the Creative Sectors as Pathways to Rapid Economic Diversification and National Security’, brought together policymakers, investors, and industry leaders to examine the role of the creative economy in driving national growth. Represented by the Kaduna State Commissioner for Business Innovation and Technology, the governor used the platform…
Read MoreKaduna Gov. Sani emerges ‘2026 Gov. of the Year’ for security gains, unity efforts
Uba Sani has emerged as the ‘2026 Governor of the Year’ at the National Leadership Awards held in Abuja. The award recognises his administration’s efforts in improving security, promoting unity, and advancing infrastructure development across Kaduna State. Organisers of the event commended the governor’s people-focused leadership, noting measurable progress in restoring peace and fostering social cohesion in previously troubled areas. Presenting the award, Chief BJ Opara, of the National Leadership Summit Group, described Sani’s leadership as exemplary, highlighting his resilience in addressing security challenges and commitment to inclusive governance. Represented…
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