Tag: Kaduna State

Kaduna: Govt. declares every month’s last Saturday as sanitation day

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Kaduna govt. sanitation day

The Kaduna State government has designated the last Saturday of every month as state-wide Sanitation Day, unveiling a renewed environmental campaign aimed at improving public health, curbing flooding, and tackling sanitation-related risks across the state. In a statement issued yesterday by the Commissioner for Information, Ahmed Maiyaƙi, the government announced that the maiden exercise will hold on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 7:00 am to 10:00 am. The initiative forms part of Governor Uba Sani’s preventive strategy to strengthen environmental safety and promote a cleaner, more resilient Kaduna. Speaking on…

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Ex-Kaduna state governor, el-Rufa’i formally joins ADC

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el Rufa'i joins ADC

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufa’i, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress, (ADC). El-Rufa’i, a founding member of the ruling All Progressives Congress, (APC), left the party earlier this year for the Social Democratic Party, SDP. In his resignation letter from the SDP, dated November 26, 2025, the former governor stated that his focus is on contributing to the strengthening of a unified democratic platform that can offer a credible political alternative to the people of Nigeria.  “I wish to notify that I have resigned my membership of the…

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2027: Stakeholders group urge Yusuf Hamisu Abubakar Mairago to contest Kaduna-Central senatorial seat

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Group to Mairago

A coalition of political stakeholders, youth groups, and community leaders under the umbrella of the Kaduna Central Progressive Forum (KCPF) has called on Barrister Yusuf Hamisu Abubakar Mairago to join the 2027 senatorial race for the Kaduna-Central Senatorial District, describing him as a credible, grassroots-oriented leader with the experience and passion to provide effective representation. Speaking after a strategic consultative meeting held in Kaduna on the 6th, the group’s spokesperson, Comrade Musa Adamu, said the call became necessary in view of the need for competent and transparent leadership that prioritizes…

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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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Kaduna: Uba Sani unveils ₦30bn transport revolution 

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Uba Sani unveils transport revolution

…Champions peace model to end banditry Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, has announced sweeping reforms in the state’s transport and peace sectors – unveiling a ₦30 billion transportation overhaul alongside a non-kinetic peace initiative designed to end years of killings and kidnappings through education, trust, and livelihood opportunities rather than cash amnesty. Speaking at the 7th National Transport Conference, Governor Sani described the Kaduna Bus Rapid Transit (KBRT) project as “historic and transformative”, noting that the ₦30 billion counterpart fund would support a partnership with the Agence Française de…

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Commissioner strengthens media partnership with visit to Liberty Radio/TV

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Commissioner visits Liberty

Kaduna State Commissioner of Information and Culture, Ahmed Maiyaƙi, has continued his statewide media engagement tour with a visit to Atar Communications Nigeria Ltd., owners of Liberty Radio and Television. During the visit, the Commissioner emphasised the need for stronger collaboration between the Ministry and media organisations to combat misinformation and promote accurate reporting of government policies and programmes. He noted that the media plays a vital role in shaping public perception and building trust between the Government and citizens, stressing that it is a shared responsibility to ensure people…

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APC sweeps Southern Kaduna, secures total political control

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APC sweeps Southern Kaduna

…Gov. Sani hailed for grassroots leadership, party unity The All Progressives Congress (APC) has achieved a clean sweep in Southern Kaduna, cementing its dominance across all levels of government in the senatorial district. According to party officials, the APC now occupies every elective seat in the area — a feat unprecedented in the region’s political history. The ruling party holds the Senatorial seat, all five House of Representatives positions, 9 State Assembly seats, 8 local government chairmanships, and all 87 councillorship positions. A brief statement from the party yesterday described…

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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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Gov. Uba Sani showcases Kaduna’s transformation at 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Dubai Summit

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Gov. Uba Sani showcases

Governor Uba Sani, of Kaduna State, who represented Nigeria at the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors’ Forum held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, showcased Kaduna’s transformation story to a global audience comprising over 150 mayors, governors, and 300 city leaders from Asia, the Pacific, Europe, and Africa. The Summit, themed: “Collaborate. Inspire. Transform”, provided a platform for global city leaders to exchange ideas and strategies aimed at driving sustainable, inclusive, and innovation-led urban growth. In his presentation, titled: “Building Partnerships for Shared Prosperity”, Governor Sani highlighted Kaduna State’s…

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“Uba Sani is God-sent; saved Kaduna from crisis, carnage” – Fani-Kayode

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FFK on Uba Sani

Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has described Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State as a “God-sent leader”, whose emergence was a divine intervention to restore peace, unity, and justice in the state. Fani-Kayode stated this at the weekend, during the 35th Anniversary Synod of the Diocese of Kafanchan, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion). He said Sani’s administration had begun to heal the wounds of mistrust, discrimination, and insecurity that affected the state in the past. “The Governor you have today came as a consequence of prayer. I have…

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