Tag: Gov. Uba Sani

Kaduna: Governor Sani reinstates dethroned Piriga monarch

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Gov. Sani reinstates monarch

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has reinstated the dethroned paramount chief of Piriga Chiefdom in Lere local government area, Jonathan Paragua Zamuna, in compliance with court orders. Sani’s predecessor, Nasir el-Rufa’i, had dethroned the monarch on 22 May 2023, just days before the end of his tenure. Recall that the National Industrial Court in Kaduna nullified Chief Zamuna’s removal and deposition on 14 June 2024. Speaking to a gathering of traditional rulers on 5 July 2024, the governor affirmed his commitment to implementing the court’s judgment that set aside the…

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Kaduna: Gov Uba Sani offers game-changing solution to insecurity

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Uba Sani on insecurity

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has urged States grappling with security challenges to consider adopting the Kaduna State model, which he said is yielding positive results. Speaking at the ‘Association of Zamfara State Indigenes Resident in Kaduna’s gathering at the Arewa House banquet hall, the governor, represented by his Special Adviser on Community Engagement, Mohammed Jalal, noting that peace has returned to Birnin-Gwari, a community previously plagued by insecurity, with economic activities now resuming in the area. Gov. Uba highlighted his administration’s commitment to restoring peace in Kaduna State through…

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Kaduna: Gov. Sani urges military to remain vigilant; lauds operations 

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Gov. Sani urges military

AbdulAzeez Ahmed-Kadir Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani has reiterated his administration’s pledge to back security efforts, aiming for lasting peace and development. Governor Sani, who made these remarks at the ‘2024 Base socio-cultural activities’ at the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base in Kaduna, where he was the Special Guest of Honour. The Governor commended security agencies’ collaborative efforts, urging them to “remain vigilant and sustain the onslaught against bad elements”. Speaking at the event, Governor Sani, represented by Dr. James Kanyip,  praised NAF personnel for successful military operations in the…

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Kaduna: 10 months after ground-breaking,  Gov. Uba Sani commissions 12 projects 

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Gov. Sani commissions projects

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani has commissioned 12 asphaltic roads within Kaduna metropolis, ten months after the ground-breaking of the projects last February. Speaking at the event on Tuesday, the Governor noted that ‘’these completed roads will enhance connectivity and accessibility for residents, farmers, business owners, and other road users in Kaduna and environs”. Governor Uba Sani further said that the new roads “will reduce travel time, enhance security, boost trade and commerce and foster social interaction among our citizens”. He added that ‘’well constructed roads are the backbone of…

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Ishaku Tagwai Sambo is new Chief of Moro’a

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New Chief of Moro'a

AbdulAzeez Ahmed-Kadir Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has approved the appointment of Ishaku Tagwai Sambo as the new Chief of Moro’a, following the demise of His Highness, Malam Tagwai Sambo. An issued press statement, signed by the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Local Government Affairs, Dr. Mahmud Lawal, stated that the appointment is with immediate effect. According to the statement, “all other arrangements for the installation ceremony and presentation of staff of office would be announced in due course. The Governor congratulates the newly appointed Chief for a well deserved appointment…

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“Senator Tinubu iscompassionate First Lady” – Uba Sani

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Uba Sani on Remi Tinubu

By AbdulAzeez Ahmed-Kadir Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani has described Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, as the mother of the nation who is caring and compassionate. The Governor, who stated this in his remarks during the distribution of food items and palliatives for Christmas and New Year, Umaru Yar’adua Conference Centre, Kaduna, said that “Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s life is one totally devoted to the service of humanity. As First Lady of Lagos State, she initiated many social intervention programmes to uplift the living conditions of the poor,…

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Kaduna: Gov begins rebuild of 187-yr-old Zaria mosque

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Uba Sani begins rebuild

Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has flagged off the rebuilding of the 187-year-old Zaria Central Mosque, which collapsed in August 2023, resulting in the loss of no fewer than six lives and injuring 10 others. Recall that a section of the 187-year-old mosque collapsed around 4 pm on Friday, August 11, 2023, while worshippers were praying. The groundbreaking ceremony on Sunday marked the beginning of the reconstruction project. Speaking at the event, Sani expressed gratitude to those who donated generously, particularly Alhaji AbdulSamad Rabiu, who was the Chief Launcher.…

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NASS can prevent govs. from misusing State Police Gov. Sani

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Gov. Sani on State police

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has allayed fears that if State Police are eventually established, state governors will use them to oppress their political opponents. After the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Thursday, Governor Sani briefed State House correspondents, where he disclosed that 36 State governors had submitted their positions on State Police establishment, and all indicated overwhelming support. The development boosts many calls for the establishment of state police. However, there have always been concerns that state governors might misuse them in some quarters. But while…

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Kaduna: Gov. Sani receives repentant bandits, re-opens market

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Gov. Sani re opens B'Gwari market

Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, yesterday in Birnin-Gwari, received some repentant bandits and reopened the cattle market which had been closed for about 10 years due to insecurity. According to the State government several senior bandit leaders and their followers have laid their arms and embraced peace. Governor Sani said his government collaborated with some federal agencies to establish The Peace Dialogue Group, to engage with stakeholders. According to him, Through numerous meetings and extensive discussions, we have built bridges of trust. Several senior bandit leaders had laid their…

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Kaduna: Gov. warns against rising extremism in tertiary institutions

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Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, has described Nigerias institutions of higher learning as veritable recruitment grounds for extremist groups and criminal organisations. He made this observation on Friday while serving as a guest lecturer at the 9th convocation ceremony of the Federal University, Dutsinma, (FUDMA), Katsina State. Sani, who was represented by the Commissioner of Education, Kaduna State, Prof. Muhammad Sani Bello, noted that the issue of radicalisation by extremist ideologies on campus is exacerbated by unemployment, poverty, and lack of opportunities for many students, citing that recently, a…

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