Governor Uba Sani has outlined the achievements of his administration since taking office in 2023, emphasizing advancements in security, infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, and investment. Speaking at a workshop organized by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations in Kaduna, he characterized the state as possessing “immense potential” but also facing considerable challenges upon his assumption of office.
The governor highlighted that his government prioritized security as the foundation for development. To address this, new military bases were established in high-risk areas such as Giwa, Birnin Gwari, and Southern Kaduna. He noted the deployment of over 150 operational vehicles and 500 motorcycles to security agencies, along with the formation of a Joint Task Force aimed at reducing urban crime. Additionally, more than 20,000 hectares of farmland were reclaimed, and over 1,000 displaced persons were resettled, with targeted support extended to more than 117,000 internally displaced individuals.
In the realm of education, Sani reported a significant reduction in the number of out-of-school children, decreasing from approximately 550,000 to 187,720 within two years. His administration constructed 736 new classrooms, renovated over 1,200 existing ones, and recruited 10,000 teachers. Furthermore, more than 33,000 education personnel received training in modern teaching methods and digital skills. The establishment of the Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development was also noted, aimed at aligning education with labor market needs.
Regarding healthcare, the governor announced that 255 Primary Healthcare Centres had been upgraded to Level-2 facilities, and 23 Centres of Excellence were established across all local government areas. A 300-bed specialist hospital was delivered to provide advanced medical services locally. In terms of infrastructure development, approximately 150 road projects were initiated, covering over 1,300 kilometers across all 23 local government areas.
The agricultural budget saw a substantial increase from ₦1.48 billion in 2023 to over ₦74 billion. More than 900 trucks of fertilizer were distributed to farmers, and over 100,000 smallholders were enrolled in crop insurance schemes. Sani also reported that 23 investments valued at over $743 million were actualized between 2023 and 2025, with an additional $2.77 billion in the pipeline, bringing the state’s total investment portfolio to over $3.5 billion.
Social protection measures included the opening of over 2.5 million new bank accounts for underbanked citizens and the deployment of over ₦18 billion in targeted support. A free CNG mass transit scheme benefited more than 1.4 million passengers. The governor introduced Project 255, which guarantees ₦100 million in public investment to each ward to ensure inclusive development. He concluded by stating that while progress is ongoing, “security is improving, confidence is returning, and economic activity is gradually expanding in areas that were once considered inaccessible.”
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