Governor Uba Sani has said that he took over a Kaduna State that had a lot of potential but was also dealing with security issues, infrastructure problems, and social indicators that needed to be fixed right away.

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) put on a workshop for high-ranking government officials, and the Governor spoke at it. This was part of the ongoing Nigeria Public Relations Week, Croc City 2026, which is taking place in Kaduna.

The workshop was called “From Policy to Public Trust: Strategic Communication for Vision Alignment and Governance Delivery for Renewed Hope.” It was attended by senior government officials, including commissioners, special advisers, counselors, and permanent secretaries.

Governor Uba Sani said at the event, “Kaduna is not where it was.” Kaduna is a much better place now, and what’s even more exciting is that it’s on the move and ready to do even bigger and better things.

He said that his government knew from the start that small changes wouldn’t get the State to where it wanted to be. Instead, he said, what was needed was a disciplined reorientation of how the government works.

He said that his government promised that the vision must have a measurable effect, or else it would stay an idea.

“We made a performance framework based on Key Performance Indicators official, so that every ministry, department, and agency knows what they need to do and is responsible for the results,” he said.

The Governor said that when he took office in 2023, he also organized his agenda around seven strategic pillars, and the results have been good in the last two and a half years.

He said that the seven pillars are safety and security, building up infrastructure, making institutions stronger, trade and investment, agriculture, developing human capital, and getting people involved.

Governor Uba Sani said that these pillars are not separate priorities but “interconnected levers, designed to function as a coherent system; each reinforcing the other, each contributing to a broader objective: the transformation of Kaduna State into a secure, prosperous, and inclusive society.”

He said that security is the basis for all progress and that “without it, farmers can’t farm their land, businesses can’t invest, and communities can’t grow.”

The Governor said that he worked closely with the Office of the National Security Adviser and the military high command to set up new military bases in high-risk areas like Giwa, Birnin Gwari, and Southern Kaduna.

“We improved mobility and response by giving security agencies more than 150 operational vehicles and 500 motorcycles.” He said, “We put together a Joint Task Force in our cities that has made a big difference in the number of street crimes and banditry.”

Governor Uba Sani also said that his government was focused on structural outcomes.

“We have taken back more than 20,000 hectares of farmland that was once hard to get to, which has allowed farmers to get back to work, especially in places like Birnin Gwari, Giwa, and Kargarko.

He went on to say, “We have helped over 1,000 displaced people move back to their homes and are still giving targeted help to more than 117,000 internally displaced people, with a focus on women and children.”

The Governor also said that his government has set up the first forensic lab in Northern Nigeria, which has made it easier to investigate crimes.

The Kaduna Incident Report Center (KAD-IR) is now open 24 hours a day for real-time emergency response. He said, “There are early warning systems in place to find and calm tensions before they get worse.”

He says that as part of its non-kinetic strategy, Kaduna State has institutionalized peace dialogues, set up local peace councils, and put in place a framework for rehabilitation and reintegration that puts learning new skills ahead of money.

He said that even though the result isn’t perfect, “security is getting better, confidence is coming back, and economic activity is slowly growing in areas that were once thought to be off-limits.” We now call all of this the Kaduna Peace Model.

Governor Uba Sani also said that his government has made big improvements in education by making planned investments to make it easier for more people to get an education and make it better.

“We built 736 new classrooms and fixed up more than 1,200 old ones. He said, “We have hired 10,000 teachers and trained more than 33,000 education workers in modern teaching methods and digital skills.”

The Governor said that “one of our most important accomplishments has been the decrease in the number of children who are not in school: from about 550,000 to 187,720 in two years.”

He went on to say, “This progress shows that there has been not only investment, but also coordination, data-driven interventions, and long-term involvement with communities.”

Governor Uba Sani also said that his government is making sure that education meets the needs of a modern economy.

“The creation of the Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development is a big step toward closing the gap between education and work.

“We’re getting our young people ready for jobs, productivity, and innovation by training them in ICT, mechatronics, renewable energy, and other high-demand fields,” he said.

The Governor also said that in the last two and a half years, he has made it easier for people to get medical care, made health facilities better, and made systems stronger.

“We have improved 255 Primary Healthcare Centers to Level-2 facilities and set up 23 Centers of Excellence, one in each Local Government Area.” “We have built a 300-bed specialist hospital to provide advanced medical care in the state, which cuts down on the need for expensive medical travel,” he said.

He said that his government has started about 150 road projects that will cover more than 1,300 kilometers across all 23 Local Government Areas.

He said that the projects “are part of a deliberate strategy to connect rural production centers to urban markets, cut down on travel time, and boost business.”

The Governor said that he has raised the agricultural budget from ₦1.48 billion in 2023 to over ₦74 billion this year. He has also given farmers more than 900 trucks of fertilizer and signed up more than 100,000 smallholders for crop insurance to protect them from risk.

He went on to say, “Through the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones in Chikun and Kubau, we are moving from subsistence farming to value-added agribusiness; creating jobs, increasing incomes, and enhancing export potential.”

He says that Kaduna State has made it possible for the private sector to grow.

He said that his government has made 23 investments worth more than $743 million between 2023 and 2025 in important areas like agriculture, manufacturing, energy, and more.

We have also set up a pipeline of investments worth about $2.77 billion. “This brings our total investment portfolio to over $3.5 billion, which is a clear sign that confidence in Kaduna is growing,” he said.

The Governor also said that his government has made a lot of progress in social protection and inclusion by opening more than 2.5 million new bank accounts for people who don’t have enough money to open one.

He said that his government has given more than ₦18 billion in targeted help to families, farmers, and small businesses.

He went on to say, “Our free CNG mass transit program has already helped more than 1.4 million passengers by lowering the cost of transportation and making it easier for families.”

Governor Uba Sani said, “Through Project 255, we are guaranteeing ₦100 million in public investment to each ward, making sure that development reaches every community, both urban and rural.”

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Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, of threatening the peace and stability of Bauchi State, alleging that the minister has “put fire” in the state through political intimidation and smear campaigns.

The governor made the allegation on Thursday while speaking on Channels T. elevision’s Sunrise Daily, where he also denied any link to banditry or terrorism in the country.
Mohammed described the accusations against him as a calculated attempt to destroy his integrity as a leading opposition figure, insisting that Bauchi remains one of the most secure states in the North-East under his administration.

“I am a sitting governor, and my state is among the most secure in the North-East, if not northern Nigeria. Yet, I am being associated with banditry for political reasons,” he said.
The governor alleged that powerful forces were behind the campaign against him, specifically naming Wike as a key actor.

“Somebody said he is going to put fire in my state. That person is the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike. A rising opposition leader being accused of terrorism is very painful. He is behind my problems. My informant in the EFCC told me…” Mohammed stated.
He said such allegations were part of a strategy to silence opposition voices, adding that “when you want to destroy a dog, you give it a bad name.”
Mohammed disclosed that he had written to the Attorney General of the Federation and copied relevant security agencies, seeking redress and protection.

“I am prepared to escalate this matter to the international community. This is victimisation, and I am asking for protection of my fundamental human rights,” he said.
The Bauchi governor also described Wike as a destabilising force within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting that the FCT minister was not a genuine member of the opposition party.
“He is an undertaker in our party. You cannot be in two places at the same time. It is against the rule of nature,” Mohammed said.

He further alleged that there was pressure on him to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), noting that his refusal had attracted intimidation and harassment.
Mohammed warned President Bola Tinubu to be cautious of individuals around him who, he said, were undermining democracy through the misuse of state institutions.

Earlier, Mohammed accused the Federal Government of using the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to harass him and officials of his administration.
Recall the EFCC recently filed charges against the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, and others over alleged terrorism financing involving $9.7 million, allegations the governor has dismissed as politically motivated.

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The Caretaker Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Delta State has said Nigeria cannot afford to degenerate into a one-party state.

Prof. Sylvester Monye, state chairman of the PDP Caretaker Committee in Delta State, stated this in a heartfelt New Year message to the people of the state at home and in the diaspora, stressing that a strong and functional opposition is indispensable to Nigeria’s democracy.
According to him, he is confident that adherence to democratic principles will safeguard the integrity and independence of all political parties, including the PDP.

While extending greetings to party leaders and faithful members across the state who, he said, heroically stood firm and made untold sacrifices to keep the party thriving, Monye noted that the beginning of a new year is always an appropriate moment for reflection and renewed commitment to service, guided by the principles of peace, equity and collective responsibility.
He said it was therefore crucial for all political actors to adhere strictly to due process, internal democracy and the highest standards of political conduct, warning that decisions taken now would have far-reaching consequences for Nigeria’s democratic system.

According to him, with certain matters involving the PDP currently before the courts, the party wishes to underscore the Supreme Court’s consistent position that the internal affairs of a political party are primarily to be managed by the party itself, without undue judicial interference.
Monye said that despite differences in political affiliation, Deltans are united by a shared duty to uphold the stability, unity and orderly development of the state.Their mandate, he said, is to ensure that the PDP remains cohesive, responsive and ready to play its constitutional role in Delta State, a traditional PDP stronghold.
He urged all leaders and members of the PDP in the state to conduct themselves with discipline, restraint and respect for party rules and democratic norms, noting that the credibility of the party’s internal processes would ultimately determine its standing before the electorate.

“To the good people of Delta State, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to protecting your interests and aspirations. In the days ahead, the Caretaker Committee will continue broad-based consultations and engagement with stakeholders across the state, ensuring that political discourse remains focused on good governance, development, and the rule of law.
“The year 2026 is particularly significant, as it precedes the 2027 general elections and will see the conduct of party primaries.
“In Anyanwu v. PDP and the recent SDP v. INEC decision, the court affirmed that courts should exercise restraint and respect the autonomy of political parties.

“In line with the the legal principle of “stare decisis”, we trust that the judiciary will continue to uphold these established precedents, thereby safeguarding party independence, legal certainty, and the stability of democratic processes, while respecting ongoing proceedings.
“We, members, of the great PDP in Delta State, we remain committed to constitutionalism, constructive engagement, and principled leadership. We are equally dedicated to reorganizing and strengthening the party, particularly in the wake of recent defections, and to prepare for the orderly conduct of congresses that will usher in substantive executive officers,” Monye said.

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The crisis within the Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, has deepened, as the party has appointed Abdullahi Zubairu Abiya as Acting State Chairman following the removal of the former chairman, Hashimu Dungurawa.

The appointment came amid the rejection of Dungurawa after his sack at the ward level and was subsequently endorsed by the NNPP State Executive Committee at an emergency meeting held at the party’s secretariat in Kano.
The decision was announced by Barrister Yusuf Mukhtar, the party’s Assistant Legal Adviser, who said Abiya’s appointment was in accordance with the provisions of the NNPP constitution.

Party sources disclosed that the development followed the submission of a formal resolution by the Dawakin Tofa Local Government Executive Committee, recommending the sack and expulsion of Dungurawa.
Earlier, the Dawakin Tofa Executive Committee, under the leadership of Hon. Abdullahi Ali Uban Iya Dawanau, had forwarded the resolution from the Gargari Ward Executive Committee to the state leadership of the party.

The resolution was adopted at the second executive meeting of the Gargari Ward, held two weeks after the general election, where Dungurawa was accused of anti-party activities.
After reviewing the report, the State Executive Committee endorsed the decision and approved Abiya’s emergence as Acting State Chairman.
Party officials said the move was aimed at restoring internal discipline, strengthening party cohesion, and repositioning the NNPP for future political engagements in Kano State.

In his response, the Acting Chairman of the NNPP in Kano State, Hon. Abdullahi Zubairu Imam Abiya, said the party would ensure justice for all members and remain loyal to the national leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf.

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Civil servants in Taraba State have called on Governor Agbu Kefas to sack the Commissioner for Finance, Mrs Sarah Enoch Adi, over the ongoing strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, and the Trade Union Congress ,TUC, that has paralysed government and economic activities across the state.

Most of the workers who spoke with our reporter during a monitoring visit on Tuesday noted that the commissioner should be held accountable for the crisis, which has led to the closure of ministries, departments, and agencies.
The alleged lukewarm attitude of the commissioner towards the recent biometric exercise, according to them, necessitated the ongoing industrial action embarked on by the workers.

It was observed that the gates of the Taraba State Secretariat in Jalingo, along with other government offices, remained locked, while NLC officials turned back civil servants who attempted to resume work.
The industrial action, declared after a joint decision by the NLC and TUC, has since spread to various sectors. The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Taraba State University, TSU, chapter, had also announced its participation, further compounding the shutdown of public services.
Workers vowed to continue pressing their demands until government addresses the issues raised and takes decisive action on the commissioner’s role in the impasse.

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