The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Abbas Tajudeen, says the people of Kaduna State have no reason to vote for any candidate in the 2027 presidential election apart from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Speaker Abbas explained that President Tinubu has demonstrated commitment to Kaduna State “in very practical terms”, by initiating “a wide range of federal infrastructure projects that directly impact” the people of the state.
For these and other reasons, the Speaker said, the people of Kaduna State were ready to double the numbers from the votes the president garnered from Kaduna State in the 2023 general election come 2027.
The Speaker stated these in a remark during President Tinubu’s visit to Kaduna State to commission some projects executed by the Governor Uba Sani administration on Thursday.
The projects commissioned by the president included the Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development in Rigachikun, Soba, and Samaru-Kataf; a 300-bed state-of-the-art hospital in Kaduna Millennium City; the 24km Kafanchan Township Road; the Tudun Biri Road; the 22 km Kauru-Pambegua Road linking Kauru and Kubau LGAS; the Vocational and Skills Training Centre in Tudun Biri; and the launch of 100 Compressed Natural Gas buses.
Noting that Kaduna State continues to play a critical role in shaping Nigeria’s political direction and development priorities, Speaker Abbas said Tinubu’s visit today was timely and significant. “It reflects a leadership that engages directly, listens attentively, and responds with action.”
The Speaker assured Tinubu that, “Kaduna remains committed not only to development but also to your continued leadership and the realisation of the Renewed Hope Agenda.”
He said, “Mr. President, Kaduna has long been at the centre of Nigeria’s national conversation, politically, economically, and historically. In the 2023 presidential election, the APC received about 30 per cent of the valid votes cast in the State. While that outcome is significant, it leaves room for growth.
“Therefore, on behalf of our Governor, our party, and our communities, I assure you that Kaduna is determined to do more. Our goal is to double that margin and secure at least 60 per cent of the vote in 2027. This is not merely a political ambition; it is a coordinated objective backed by a united political structure and a population that believes in your leadership.”
Thus, Speaker Abbas states, “Your Excellency, Kaduna has no reason to vote for anyone else in 2027. My belief is strengthened by your administration’s commitment to Kaduna in very practical terms. You have initiated a wide range of federal infrastructure projects that directly impact the state of Kaduna.
“Foremost among these is the reconstruction of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Federal Highway, which was flagged off by Your Excellency in April and reinforced by substantial budgetary approval from the Federal Executive Council.”
He said, equally significant is the ongoing $2.8 billion Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano gas pipeline project, which has reached a 72% completion rate as of the end of the first quarter of 2025.
“We also acknowledge with deep gratitude your vow to complete the Ibadan-Abuja-Kaduna-Kano railway project, which will further reinforce Kaduna’s role as a transport hub.
“Other significant projects under your administration include the recent establishment of the Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan and the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia. For the people of Southern Kaduna, these developments are not merely about access to health and education; they are, more importantly, about federal presence, institutional recognition, and long-overdue inclusion.”
Furthermore, Speaker Abbas said in Zaria, “we have also seen measurable progress, progress made possible by your support and federal backing. Through consistent legislative engagement and collaboration with your administration, we have secured significant federal investment in institutions of higher learning.
“These include the upgrade of the Federal College of Education, Zaria, into the Federal University of Education. Support has also been strengthened for the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT), the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), and the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU).
“Federal funding secured under your administration is helping to expand their infrastructure, modernise their facilities, and increase their capacity to serve Nigeria more effectively.
“Mr. President, these are not abstract achievements. They are deliberate outcomes made possible through political will, budgetary support, and executive collaboration.”
Speaker Abbas commended Governor Uba Sani for his focus on security, economic inclusion, and infrastructure, which has positioned Kaduna for sustained growth and development.
He noted that the cooperation between the Kaduna State Government and the Tinubu-led administration was already yielding results, leading to the fulfillment of campaign
Speaker Abbas equally thanked the traditional and religious leaders for the wisdom and stability they continue to provide in our communities.
Similarly, acknowledged the efforts of the security agencies for their vigilance and professionalism.
“We thank our party leaders, both at State and national levels, for remaining focused and organised. Above all, we thank the people of Kaduna State for their continued resilience, political awareness, and commitment to national development.”
Confidence Okwuchi