Bomba Dauda
Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Sunday Marshall Katung, has formally declared his intention to seek a second term in office ahead of the 2027 elections, citing his administration’s legislative achievements, infrastructural projects, and human capital development across Southern Kaduna.
Katung made the declaration during the presentation of his stewardship report and inauguration of his campaign council, where he addressed stakeholders, traditional rulers, religious leaders, youths, women, and supporters from across the senatorial district.
The senator described the gathering as “a defining moment of accountability and renewed collective purpose,” while thanking the people of Southern Kaduna for the mandate given to him in 2023.
According to him, his representation at the National Assembly has focused on ensuring that Kaduna South remains visible and adequately represented in national affairs.
Among the major achievements highlighted by the senator was the establishment of the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia, alongside a proposed College of Medicine in Manchok, which he said would stimulate economic growth and educational opportunities across the region.
He also pointed to the Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan as another milestone capable of improving healthcare delivery, creating jobs, and boosting economic activities in Southern Kaduna.
Katung further disclosed that he sponsored the Sickle Cell Disorder Research and Therapy Centres Bill, which seeks to establish a national framework for the treatment and management of sickle cell disease in Nigeria.
According to him, the bill is the first initiative of its kind in Africa and is awaiting presidential assent.
On agriculture and emergency interventions, the senator said he raised motions on the floor of the Senate following the diphtheria outbreak and the ginger blight crisis that affected farmers in Southern Kaduna.
He revealed that over ₦1.6 billion in Federal Government intervention had reached affected farmers.
Speaking on security, Katung said his office supported security operations and advocated for the establishment of Forward Operating Bases in vulnerable communities across Kauru, Kachia, and other parts of the district.
He added that over 1,000 solar streetlights had been installed in communities and institutions across Kafanchan, Gidan Waya, and Manchok to improve security and social infrastructure.
The senator also listed projects such as the renovation of the rural hospital in Fadan Ninzo, construction of a modern science laboratory in Fadan Kamantan, and the provision of more than 30 boreholes, including solar-powered systems with mini water treatment plants.
In the area of youth empowerment and economic development, Katung said over 100 youths had been trained in ICT and vocational skills, while ICT centres had been established in Kafanchan and Zonkwa.
He further stated that more than 2,000 farmers had received support, including the distribution of over 5,000 bags of fertiliser.
On education and social support, the senator said over 800 students had benefited from scholarships and educational assistance, while hundreds of examination fees were paid for indigent students.
He also noted that 174 persons living with disabilities had received support under his intervention programmes.
Katung revealed that his office facilitated employment opportunities in federal agencies and supported recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force for youths from the district.
The senator disclosed that over ₦10 billion had so far been attracted into Southern Kaduna through projects and interventions, adding that another ₦7.2 billion worth of projects had already been captured in the 2026 budget.
According to him, the projects include classroom construction, ICT centres, rural roads, market projects, hostels, road grading, and a proposed 700-seater ICT Training and CBT Centre in Zonkwa valued at over ₦900 million.
He also announced a ₦10 billion partnership with an international health-based NGO aimed at supplying medical equipment and consumables to 10 secondary healthcare facilities across the district.
Declaring his intention to seek re-election, Katung promised to continue pursuing development, defending the interests of Southern Kaduna people, and delivering impactful representation.
“I formally declare my intention to seek a second term as your Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District,” he stated.
The senator commended Governor Uba Sani and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for their support and partnership, particularly in facilitating the establishment of the Federal University of Applied Sciences and the Federal Medical Centre in Southern Kaduna.
He also called on the people of Southern Kaduna to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections at all levels.
