By Comrade Nasir Chikaji In a visionary step to reshape Kaduna’s urban landscape while empowering small businesses, the Kaduna State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KASUPDA) has introduced modern container shops for informal traders. This initiative aligns with Governor Uba Sani’s commitment to fostering economic growth, ensuring orderliness, and enhancing […]
Category: Vol 1 No 7 July Outlook
Uba Sani revolutionizes public transportation
launches bus transit project, City train coming…. Governor Uba Sani has taken a giant step towards actualizing his administration’s modernisation of all sectors of public transportation with the official launch of the Kaduna Bus Rapid Transit (KBRT) System (a 24km corridor from Kawo to Sabon Tasha) and groundbreaking for the […]
ACF gets land in Kaduna after 20-year wait
The Arewa Consultative Forum, a Northern voluntary advisory and watchdog body over northern affairs, has heaped praises on Governor Uba Sani for his assistance in acquiring their ACF National Headquarters on Sokoto Road in Kaduna. Members said they had been engaging with the Kaduna State Government for over 20 […]
Gov Uba Sani an Inspiration ‒ VP
Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has said that Gov. Uba Sani’s inclusive approach to governance was an inspiration to others willing to enthrone peace among communities. “His sense of inclusivity, his capacity, his courage to reach out to our brethren in southern Kaduna is worthy of special mention and commendation,” […]
Fueling Citizens Engagement
By Clement Shekogaza Wasah A structured process of citizen engagement has been flagged off in the State. Christened G2P/P2G (Government to People/People to Government), the initiative is the brainchild of Dr. Abdul Isiaq, Special Adviser on Stakeholders Relations to the Governor, Sen. Uba Sani, and a synergetic collaboration of Special […]
Tudun Biri Drone Attack Victims Get N275m Relief
Governor Uba Sani has said that 275 million naira of the money donated to the victims of the accidental military drone attack on Tudun Biri has been distributed in the community. He said at the groundbreaking ceremony of the resettlement scheme in Tudun Biri on Friday that there are still […]
KDSG Denies Brutalizing Kano Local Politician
The Kaduna State Government has distanced itself from a viral visual where a local Kano politician was being allegedly brutalized by some unknown assailants allegedly on the directives of Gov. Uba Sani. The Governor has since ordered an investigation into the matter, which some commentators describe as a badly written […]
Kaduna APC Passes Vote of Confidence on Gov Uba Sani
There was a notable absence of the immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, as the state executive council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) passed a vote of confidence on the administration of Governor Uba Sani. It was observed that apart from Mr. El-Rufai, prominent leaders and elders […]
Expectations from the October 19 LG Polls
By Abdullahi Yahaya Residents of Kaduna and environs have reacted to the Supreme Court ruling granting financial autonomy to LGAs across the country. Barring any last-minute change, Kaduna State Government, on its part, is set to conduct local government elections after an inertia of over three years. The election, first […]
Local Governments and Aftermath of the Supreme Court Judgment
By Emmanuel Ado The wild jubilation that greeted the Supreme Court judgment of July 11, 2024, in the suit filed by Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), Attorney-General of the Federation, and Minister of Justice to strengthen the autonomy of the local government councils as guaranteed by the 1999 constitution, is understandable. But […]
KDSG Gears Up for LG Elections
By Abdallah Yunus Abdallah Following the landmark judgment of the Supreme Court on July 11, 2024, Kaduna State Government has put structures in place for a hitch-free LG poll. This is just as aspirants of the two dominant political parties, the All-Progressives Congress (APC) and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), […]
KDSG, FG Committed to Mass Housing
Kaduna State is in partnership with the Federal Government towards providing shelter to the mass of the people in the state. In fulfillment of that commitment, Kaduna State has allocated 147 hectares of land to the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) for a mass housing project in Kaduna. Gov Uba Sani […]
KASUPDA Removes Temporary Structures in Kaduna
Kaduna State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KASUPDA) has commenced the removal of temporary and informal activities in Kaduna Metropolis. The Head of Public Affairs Unit of the Authority, Nuhu Garba Dan’ayamaka, said areas affected by the action were NDA Bustop, U/Dosa area, Kawo area, Mando roundabout, Rabah road, NAF […]
Gov Uba Sani Optimizes Public Service, Introduces New Far-Reaching Policies
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has approved new policies that, on the whole, seek to optimize and strengthen some services in the state for overall performance. Some of the new policies announced after a state cabinet meeting include one on the state-owned Government Printing Department, the state’s healthcare sector, and […]
Gov Uba Sani Mourns House of Reps Member Hon Ekene
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani has expressed sadness at the news of the death of Honourable Ekene Abubakar Adams, member House of Representatives, Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency. Born in 1985, Honourable Ekene Adams lived an exemplary life of active service to the people of his constituency and Kaduna State at […]
Tinubu’s Aide Thumbs-Up Kaduna Healthcare Reforms
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has received commendations from the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Health, Mrs. Salma Anas, for his administration’s outstanding performance in healthcare delivery. She gave the commendation during her courtesy visit to the Governor’s office in Kaduna. Mrs. Anas praised the Uba Sani administration […]
Decent Accommodation, Essential Infrastructure Critical to Human Dignity
FOR THE RECORD: (Being remarks by the Governor of Kaduna State, Sen. Uba Sani, at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Resettlement Scheme for Persons Impacted by Conflicts (RSPIC) at Tudun Biri Village, Igabi LGA on Friday, July 5, 2024.) It is indeed heartwarming that we are gathered here in Tudun […]
KADSEMA, NIMASA Foster Collaboration
By Saminu Abdullahi The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) recently hosted a delegation from the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA) at their Victoria Island office in Lagos. The team was on a mission of fostering collaboration. Executive Director of Operations Engineer Fatai, representing the Director-General of NIMASA, […]
ACF gets land in Kaduna after 20-year wait
The Arewa Consultative Forum, a Northern voluntary advisory and watchdog body over northern affairs, has heaped praises on Governor Uba Sani for his assistance in acquiring their ACF National Headquarters on Sokoto Road in Kaduna. Members said they had been engaging with the Kaduna State Government for over 20 years […]
New Permanent Commissioners for Kaduna SIECOM
Three newly appointed commissioners of the state Electoral Commission (SIECOM) have been sworn in. Those sworn in are Alhaji Abubakar Sadik Musa, Alhaji Ahmed Yahaya, and Halima Sani Aminu. Deputy Governor Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, who swore in the new SIECOM members, emphasized the vital role played by the commission […]
FCSC Commissioner Visits Kaduna, Solicits Govt Support
The new Federal Commissioner representing Kaduna/Katsina in the Federal Civil Service Commission, Hajia Hindatu Abdullahi, has commenced a familiarization visit of the state with a visit to Governor Uba Sani, where she solicited for the support of the State Government to enable her work effectively. The Federal Commissioner has also […]
KDSG, Council of Chiefs Discuss Security
Governor Uba Sani has held a strategic engagement meeting with the Kaduna State Council of Chiefs focusing on development and security issues, with a view to forging a united and coordinated approach to addressing challenges confronting the state. The Governor assured the Royal Fathers that the traditional institution will continue […]
Gov Uba Sani Applauds President Tinubu
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the landmark signing of the Northwest Development Commission Bill. He described it as “a decisive step to pull the North West back from the brink.” Governor Sani extended commendation and well wishes in a […]
KDSG Schools Quality Assurance Authority Monitors BECE
The Kaduna State Schools Quality Assurance Authority (KSSQAA) recently spearheaded the monitoring of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) across the state. This exercise saw the participation of several key stakeholders, including the Teachers Service Board (TSB), Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board (KSSLB), and the State Universal Basic Education […]
We are not party to protest in Kaduna – SOKAPU
Southern Kaduna People’s Union (SOKAPU) has dissociated itself from any upcoming protest seemingly directed against the administration of Senator Uba Sani. The National President of the Union, Mr. Tabara Kato, revealed this during a courtesy visit to the Deputy Governor of Kaduna State, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, at the Sir […]
LGSB Empowers Employees Through ICT Training
In a bid to enhance the capacity of local government employees and foster efficient service delivery, the Local Government Service Board (LGSB) has successfully organized a four-day ICT Training for Assistant Directors of Establishment across the 23 Local Government Councils of Kaduna State. The training, conducted in collaboration with ICT […]
Sen. Hunkuyi Urges Empowerment of Party Executives, Members
Senator Suleiman Othman Hunkuyi, who represented Kaduna North Senatorial District in the 8th Assembly, has advised Governor Uba Sani to prioritize the welfare of the APC party executives and its members to prevent them from being influenced by other political opponents. Hunkuyi made this call on Saturday, 6th July 2024, […]
Gov Uba Sani Injects Fresh Blood into State Services
In a bid to reinvigorate his administration and quicken the pace of service delivery, Governor Uba Sani has approved fresh appointments into key positions in the state service as follows: Abdurrahman Yahya, Ph.D – Director General, Kaduna State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KASUPDA) Rev. Emmanuel Ayokunle Adebayo – SSA […]
KADIHE: Kaduna Sets the Pace for Housing Reforms
As Nigeria’s population continues to grow, the demand for housing and urban infrastructure is rapidly growing. Increased urbanization necessitates more social amenities, housing, and infrastructural developmental projects in Nigeria. The rapid urbanization and natural population growth within urban areas will continue to be an essential demographic phenomenon shaping housing needs. […]