Assessing Uba Sani’s Impact in Southern Kaduna

Olu Yohanna Badugu

Snce his assumption into office in April 2023, the Governor of Kaduna State, Sen. Uba Sani has shown tremendous leadership qualities which has explained the reasons for his sobriquet- ‘the democrat”.

Under his visionary leadership, the state also known as the Queen of the North has witnessed unprecedented growth and development- from investing in education and healthcare to promoting economic development and infrastructural growth, as well as promoting policies that have positively impacted the lives of countless citizens.

One of his most notable achievements is the significant reduction in poverty rate, thanks to the innovative initiatives and collaborations with private sector partners.

His commitment to transparency and accountability has earned him the trust and respect of the Southern Kaduna people who are spread across the state. He has consistently demonstrated a willingness to listen and engage the industrious people of the area by ensuring that everyone has a voice and is heard.

Since taking over the helms of affairs in the state, his administration has brought unity and peace among the people of Southern Kaduna and the state as a whole

While noting the level of peace Uba Sani’s administration has brought to the development of Southern Kaduna through his rural transformation agenda and his inclusive style of leadership, as well as the inclusion of women and youths, the inclusion of sons and daughters of the region into key positions of his cabinet cannot be taken for granted.

At this juncture, the focus will be on the recent appointments of which two sons of Southern Kaduna, namely Dr. James Atung Kanyip and Comr. Yunana Markus Barde commissioner for Humanitarian affairs were given the portfolios of commissioners for Internal Security and Home Affairs as well as Humanitarian Affairs respectively.

In his visionary style of leadership which comes with rewards of hard work, Dr. James  Kanyip’s appointment came as a result of his commitment and dedication to his work as deputy chief of staff,  likewise Yunana Markus Barde, the immediate past chairman of Jema’a local government area whose diligence in handling the crises of insecurity during his tenure as local government chairman needs to be studied.

Another in the catalogue is the Director of Kaduna Internal Generating Revenue, Mr. Jerry Adams for his prowess in putting the state amongst the first four out of the 36 states of the Federation and the first in the north.

The humanitarian service of the workaholic party stakeholders’ chairperson of Jema’a local government and former Accountant General and Commissioner of Finance Hon. Shizzer Nasara-Bada was only possible as a result of the support that was powered by the governor.

Uba Sani in his efforts to ensure rural transformation agendas, has approved numerous projects in Southern Kaduna and these include the continuation of Kafanchan Road , Madakiya to kafanchan road project, Sanga through KIBAM to godogodo and Kaninko Dangoma to Godogodo road project, amongst several others in the region.

Also, he has ordered for the immediate completion of all projects across Kaduna State and Southern Kaduna, particularly the Kafanchan road projects which he has given 6 weeks as time frame for the  completion. Another, is the Madauchi and Madakiya road project that links to the Kafanchan road projects.

In terms of support for women and youths, His Excellency goes against all odds to retain the deputy governor, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, and bringing on board- Hon. Larai Sylvia Ishaku from Jaba local government as council chairperson as well as two female councilors from Southern Kaduna and one from the Northern part of the state.

He also brought young and vibrant individuals into his administration which alone has led to the emergence of so many young people as Local Government Council chairpersons of which Hon. Peter Tanko Dogara who through his philanthropy and humanitarian services to his people, was chosen by the governor and accepted by the stakeholders and the masses.

To whom much is given, much is expected and being an Oliver Twist of good things, I’d still call on His Excellency to consider the Southern Kaduna region for more appointments and developmental projects whenever the opportunity presents itself.

Thank you, Your Excellency, for being a shining example of exceptional leadership and dedication to public service.

Badugu (Takau Ward), was a former aspirant, Kaduna State House of Assembly, Jema’a constituency