Governor Opens 2nd Edition Of Southern Kaduna State Festival.

 

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has said that he is taking development to all parts of Kaduna State,  in fulfilment of his pledge to run an inclusive government, anchored on   equity, fairness and justice.

The Governor expressed gratitude  saying, ‘’ the people of Zone 3 have reciprocated by ensuring that peace prevails,  so that there will be unhindered development. ’’

Governor Uba Sani made this remark at the 2nd edition of Southern Kaduna Festival which was held at Kafanchan, where  he was the Chief Host of the event.

According to him, culture plays a role  in shaping  identities and values, and inspiring creativity, adding that, our cultural heritage is the foundation upon which we build our progress, and it is our responsibility to preserve it for future generations.

The Governor emphasized on the  administration committed to massive transformation of rural communities, recognizing the immense potential that lies within them.

‘’ We believe that by empowering rural communities, we can unlock the secrets to sustainable development, economic growth, and social prosperity, he said.

Governor Uba Sani also pointed out that his administration has recorded a lot of transformative projects in the 18 months of assumed office,

We are reshaping our communities and enhancing the quality of life for our citizens.

He recalled that the Kafanchan Township Roads, were abandoned for many years, bringing untold hardship on the people of this area. Contractors have been fully mobilized and work is ongoing. He said

Adding that, the contract sum has been reviewed downwards to N9.3 billion and Kaduna State Government has given the contractor handling the project N4 billion last week.

He  said that, his administration is constructing  a 22.5km Road from Gwantu through Kibam to Godogodo,  a 2.99km Road from Madauchi to Kafanchan through Madakiya, including a branch to Matsirga Waterfalls, linking Jema’a to Zangon Kataf LGAs.

He states that the project has reached  70%  and it will be completed in the next two months. And the re-constructing  a 2.81km Pambeguwa to Kauru Road through Kahuta, linking Kubau to Kauru LGAs, which will be completed  in the next two and half months.

Governor Sani explained further that, they have reached out to the Minister of Works and President Bola Tinubu for the construction of Kwoi-Jema’a road, promising that it will be awarded in the 2nd quarter of 2026.

” we have installed 200 units of All-in-One Solar Street Lights across various local governments in Zone 3, illuminating our streets and enhancing safety for all. “Alongside these infrastructural advancements, we are prioritizing agriculture, as evidenced by our distribution of fertilisers, farm inputs and agricultural Implements .he stated.

” Additionally, we have been constructing new schools and  upgrading existing ones. We have also been carrying out massive distribution of educational materials to schools, ensuring that our children have the resources they need to thrive”. Governor added

According to the Governor, “the construction of the Kaduna State Vocational and Technology Skills Acquisition City at Samaru Kataf is a testament to our commitment to empowering our youths with relevant skills for the modern economy.

He added that, the Skills City at Samaru Kataf is about 90% completed, and when completed, it will graduate  trainees annually with international certification .

He disclosed that, ” Sir Patrick Yakowa General Hospital, Kafanchan, will be converted to a Federal Medical Center, to serve  the  diverse population spanning several Local Government Areas and the neighboring states of Plateau, Nasarawa, Niger and  the FCT”

‘Upgrading it to a Federal Medical Centre will greatly improve healthcare accessibility, strengthen tertiary healthcare delivery, and provide opportunities for advanced medical training and research in the area” he said.

The Governor however thanked the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa for initiating this process, adding that, ‘’ he brought it to my attention and we wasted no time in forwarding a formal request to the Honourable Minister for the conversion.

He then said that, the entire healthcare sector in Southern Kaduna, like other senatorial zones, is being remolded, upgraded and equipped to standard, adding that the projects of General Hospitals in Kafanchan, Kaura, Kachia and Sanga are almost completed.

Adding that contracts have been awarded for the revitalization and upgrading of 83 Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCs) from Level 1 to Level 2 across Zone 3, saying in four months the upgrade will be completed.

Accordingly ” We flagged off the distribution of essential medicines worth over N1Billion last week, at Kachia LG. These essential drugs will be distributed free of charge to children, women and the elderly,’’ he said .

He noted that Kaduna state has emerged the best performing State in Primary Health Care in North West, zone by the PHC Leadership Challenge two weeks ago.

 

 

 

Victoria Ibanga