Tag: Gov. Uba Sani

Uba Sani vows to build inclusive Kaduna ‘where diversity thrives’

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Uba Sani vows

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…

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Kaduna gets longest asphalt road in 20yrs, connects 76 communities

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Kaduna asphalt road

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…

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“We will immortalise Sheikh Ɗahiru Bauchi” – Uba Sani

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Uba Sani on Ɗahiru Bauchi

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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Kaduna extends free CNG bus scheme indefinitely

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Kaduna extends CNG

Kaduna State government has extended its free Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) mass transit scheme indefinitely, citing its “overwhelming positive impact” on residents. The state Commissioner for Information, Ahmed Maiyaƙi, disclosed this in an issued statement yesterday, saying Governor Uba Sani approved the extension after reviewing an assessment report on the scheme’s performance from July to November 2025. Maiyaƙi said the 100 CNG-powered buses operating across 200 designated stops transported more than 1.4 million passengers within the five-month period, saving households an estimated ₦1.39bn in transport costs. The commissioner further said:…

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“We won’t allow criminals to dictate pace of events in Kaduna” – Gov. Sani

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Gov. Sani

…As Army, stakeholders unveil joint security strategy Governor Uba Sani, of Kaduna state, has vowed that criminals will not be allowed to dictate the pace of events in the state, as the Nigerian Army, alongside other security agencies and key stakeholders, unveiled a new joint security strategy to tackle resurging threats across the state. Represented by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Sule Shu’aibu (SAN), Governor Sani made the declaration during a high-level security engagement convened in Kaduna by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division and…

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Kaduna: Uba Sani clinches NTA’s ‘Governor of the Year’ award

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…As $200m China poultry deal promises 350,000 jobs Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, is ending 2025 on a strong note as he secures a landmark $200 million agricultural partnership with China – hours after being named the ‘Best Performing Governor of 2025’ by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) Kaduna Network Centre. This is just as the governor has concluded arrangements with the Chinese Government to sign a final agreement on a pioneering Model Integrated Poultry Development Project expected to create 350,000 direct and indirect jobs and generate over $450…

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Uba Sani presents 2026 Budget of ₦985.9bn to Kaduna Assembly

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Uba Sani presents

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill of ₦985.9 billion to the Kaduna State House of Assembly, describing it as a people-centred financial plan to consolidate ongoing reforms in security, infrastructure, education and rural development sectors. Presenting the proposal before lawmakers at Lugard Hall yesterday, the Governor said the draft budget was not just a constitutional obligation, but “a solemn civic engagement” anchored on transparency, equity and the welfare of citizens. Governor Sani said that the 2026 budget was drawn up through one of the widest…

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“North can solve its problems” – Gov. Sani

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Gov. Sani on Arewa

Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, says the North has sufficient human resources to address its development challenges if its elites unite and take decisive action. The Governor stated this yesterday when the leadership of the Arewa Consultative Forum, (ACF), led by its Board of Trustees Chairman, Alhaji Bashir Ɗalhatu (Wazirin Dutse), paid him a courtesy visit. The ACF is a prominent pan-Northern socio-cultural organisation which advocates for the political and economic interests of the North. Over the years, it has promoted inter‑regional dialogue, investment in education and infrastructure, and…

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Kaduna Govt., China sign $450m deal to boost food security

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KDSG, China sign deal

Kaduna State has secured a $450 million agricultural investment with the Chinese government to establish the Nigeria–China Poultry Project — a landmark initiative expected to create over 350,000 jobs, boost food security, and accelerate industrial growth. In a statement posted on X on Thursday, the Kaduna State Ministry of Information said the project would make Kaduna the pilot host state, and deepen economic cooperation between Nigeria and China in the agricultural sector. “Kaduna State is set to host the pilot phase of the landmark Nigeria–China Poultry Project, a transformative $450…

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Defections: “Kaduna now one big political family” – Gov. Uba Sani

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Gov. Uba Sani on defections

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, says the growing wave of defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC) shows that the state has become “one big family” united under the ruling party. Sani stated this at the weekend, during a mega rally held at the Kafanchan Township Stadium. The rally saw the defection of Sen. Sunday Katung (PDP- Kaduna South) and three other lawmakers from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. Other defectors included Rep. Daniel Amos, member representing Jema’a/Sanga Federal Constituency, and the  Hon. Ali Kalat, of the…

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