Bomba Dauda
The Governor of Kaduna State, Sen. Uba Sani over the weekend in Kafanchan, Jema’a Local Government Area of the state expressed satisfaction as the maiden edition of the Southern kaduna Cultural Festival was celebrated in an atmosphere of peace.
That this Festival is holding in an atmosphere of peace and security is a tribute to the collective resolve of the good people of Kaduna State to live in peace and work assiduously for the progress and development of our dear state, Uba said.
Adding, Our diversity is a source of strength. We must harness our diversity and use it effectively to grow and develop our local economies. The strongest and most resilient cities and towns in the world are those that uphold and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We are one people and must never allow conflict entrepreneurs to retard our progress and development.
Our administration will not waver in its commitment to rebuilding trust, addressing our infrastructure and human capital deficits, bringing succour to the poor, underserved and vulnerable, bridging the gap between the urban and rural areas, and empowering our youths and women.
Sen. Uba Sani reeled out some of the projects he will Flagging-off in the zone, which is an attestation of his government commitment towards rural development in the state.
We have ramped up our Rural Transformation Drive with the groundbreaking for the construction of roads and flag -off of rural electrification projects. Our strategic engagement with critical stakeholders is ongoing. Security is topmost on our agenda.
We have strengthened our collaboration with Federal Security Agencies and boosted the manpower of the Kaduna State Vigilance Service (KADVS) with the recruitment of additional 7,000 personnel. The purpose of our administration is clear: We want to leave Kaduna State better than we met it.
This colourful festival is an opportunity for us to connect with our roots, forge friendships, and unite our people through shared experiences, music, food and dance. By so doing we can foster a sense of community.
I urge you to also use this opportunity to share thoughts on the developmental challenges facing the people of this zone and make further and better recommendations to government for intervention.
Ours is a listening and people-oriented administration. Your welfare and security are our topmost priorities. We have zero tolerance for discrimination. We shall take development to all nooks and cranies of Kaduna State. With your support and cooperation, we shall make Kaduna State a model of development and peaceful coexistence in Nigeria.
