Kaduna Government Revokes Sale of Institutional Properties Approved Under El-Rufai

The Kaduna State Government has revoked the sale of institutional houses and plots of land previously approved during the tenure of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai.

The affected properties are located within Alhuda-Huda College, Zaria; Queen Amina College, Kaduna; and Government Commercial College, Zaria.

The revocation was announced on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, through a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. AbdulKadir Mu’azu Meyere.
He explained that the decision, endorsed in 2024, was made to serve the public interest and promote the common good.

“In line with its commitment to human capital development and the creation of a conducive environment for teaching and learning, the Kaduna State Government, under the leadership of His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani, has revoked all previous sales of institutional houses and land allocations within the affected colleges,” Dr. Meyere stated.

The government also assured that all affected allottees would be refunded their payments made into the state treasury.

Dr. Meyere highlighted the administration’s broader efforts to reform the education sector. Among the key achievements:

• A 50% reduction in tuition fees for students in state-owned tertiary institutions, implemented on August 21, 2023.

• Construction of 2,336 new classrooms and renovation of 707 existing ones.

• Provision of over 34,000 pieces of furniture for teachers and students.

• Installation of 918 cubicle toilets and drilling of 51 boreholes across schools in all local government areas.

“Education is not just a leveler but a ladder for upward mobility that can transform lives and improve livelihoods,” he emphasized.

The Kaduna State Government reiterated its commitment to prioritizing education as a cornerstone for the state’s development and prosperity.