Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state has commissioned houses newly constructed for the victims of banditry under Phase 1 of the Qatar Sanabil Project.
The house scheme project is in partnership between the Kaduna State government and Qatar Charity, a project which also features a school, clinic, and shopping complex.
According to the Governor, the project aims to restore the victims dignity and rebuild the lives of families affected by years of insecurity in the state.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, he described the initiative as one of the most impactful undertakings of his administration.
“This is not just about unveiling buildings. It is a solemn act of healing a covenant fulfilled. We are telling every widow, orphan, and displaced soul that you are not forgotten. You are honoured. You are home.”
“These houses allocated to families who lost loved ones to banditry are part of a broader rehabilitation initiative we refer to as a bold gesture of solidarity,” Sani stressed.
Speaking further, the Governor acknowledged the deep scars left by banditry with an entire community erased, schools destroyed, and lives disrupted, stressing that beyond military operations and peacebuilding, true recovery must include restoring lives and livelihoods.
“Under Phase 1, affected families also received empowerment tools such as tricycles, grinding machines, salon kits, and welding equipment to help them regain economic independence.
“We are not just giving out homes, we are building futures. True empowerment means helping people stand on their own feet with pride and purpose.”
The Governor also commissioned a new school to provide free education to children of affected families, a clinic to meet their health needs, and a skills acquisition centre for women and youth.
He lauded Qatar Charity for its extraordinary commitment to global solidarity and expressed gratitude to the Qatari Ambassador to Nigeria, Ali Bin Ghanem Al-Hajri, and the Country Director of Qatar Charity, Sheikh Hamdi Abdu, for their unwavering dedication.
He announced that Phase 2 of the project would soon commence, bringing more homes, schools, clinics, and boreholes to affected communities.
Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa commended the Governor’s efforts toward peace and stability in the state.
He pledged continued support from the armed forces and commended Qatar Charity for its commitment to aiding victims.