By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo
Gov Uba Sani of Kaduna State is steadily carving a new narrative for governance in Northern Nigeria, blending people-focused infrastructure projects with bold international partnerships aimed at repositioning the state as a leading agricultural and industrial hub.
From urban renewal in Rigasa and Tudun Wada to a $120 million agro-industrial pact signed in Bucharest, Romania, the Kaduna governor is signaling a future of resilience, prosperity, and global relevance.
During a recent flag-off ceremony, Governor Sani acknowledged the everyday struggles of urban poor communities like Rigasa in Igabi Local Government Area and Zango, Tudun Wada in Kaduna South. These densely populated areas, home to critical institutions and thousands of hardworking residents, contribute immensely to Kaduna’s economy but continue to grapple with inadequate infrastructure.
He described the ongoing projects as a deliberate intervention to ease daily burdens, boost productivity, and empower citizens to contribute more meaningfully to the state’s development.
The governor further disclosed that the contractors, China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), had assured his administration that the projects would be delivered within eight months. “This is not just about roads or bridges,” Sani remarked. “It is about dignity, opportunity, and ensuring that no community is left behind in Kaduna’s development journey.”
While emphasizing rural connectivity, Governor Sani highlighted the vast agricultural potential of Lere Local Government, describing it as a maize-producing hub and a major contributor of soybeans, tomatoes, beans, and sugarcane. Improved infrastructure in the area, he noted, would open new economic corridors, enhance trade, and stimulate livelihoods, thereby strengthening Kaduna’s economic backbone.
In the same breath, the governor assured the public that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had approved the urgent reconstruction of the Pambegua–Saminaka–Jos Road, while the Saminaka–Kano road was under active consideration due to its strategic importance for trade and integration. These interventions, he stressed, will not only boost inter-state commerce but also secure Kaduna’s place as a vital economic bridge between the North and other regions.
Beyond infrastructure, politics played out in Lere as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) received a boost with the defection of top officials of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The governor, while welcoming the new entrants, described their decision as a vote of confidence in APC’s inclusive, people-centered governance. He assured them that Kaduna remains committed to fairness, equity, and service delivery without bias toward political affiliations.
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Significantly, Governor Sani reiterated his administration’s resolve to complete all projects without resorting to borrowing. “We are determined to live within our means and deliver results through prudence and prioritisation,” he declared, a stance that contrasts sharply with the borrowing patterns of some past administrations.
Even as Kaduna strengthens its internal infrastructure, Governor Sani is thinking globally. His recent working visit to Bucharest, Romania, opened a new frontier for agricultural transformation. The highlight of the trip was the signing of a $120 million Memorandum of Understanding between the Kaduna State Government, African Industries Group led by Raj Gupta, and the Bank of Agriculture. The ambitious deal will establish a large-scale irrigation farming scheme in Gurara and a state-of-the-art greenhouse project in Gujeni.
According to the governor, this partnership is more than just foreign investment; it represents a bold leap toward transforming Kaduna into an agro-industrial powerhouse. Leveraging the Special Agro-Processing Zone (SAP-Z) and the Africa Quality Assurance Centre (AQAC), the initiative is designed to reposition farmers as globally competitive players, improve food security, deepen rural prosperity, and create thousands of jobs for Kaduna’s teeming youth.
Romania’s agricultural expertise and strong European market connections, Sani noted, offer Kaduna a strategic entry point into international trade. By blending local resources with global know-how, the state hopes to evolve into a premier investment destination that bridges local effort with global opportunity.
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“Our vision is not just to build farms or factories, but to lay the foundation for a resilient economy that stands shoulder-to-shoulder with global competitors,” Governor Sani said. “Kaduna is blessed with fertile land and industrious people. With the right infrastructure and partnerships, we will ensure that prosperity is not merely a promise but a lived reality.”
As the applause from stakeholders across the state grows louder, the message from Kaduna is clear: this is a government focused on delivering sustainable growth through prudence, innovation, and global partnerships. For Governor Uba Sani, the seeds of transformation are being planted not only in the fields of Gurara or the roads of Rigasa but in the very fabric of Kaduna’s economic and social future.