Hon. Ahmed Munir

MUHAMMADU BUHARI: FAREWELL TO A PATRIOT AND PEOPLE’S PRESIDENT It is with profound sorrow and complete submission to the will of Almighty Allah, that we receive the news of the passing of one of Nigeria’s most revered sons — President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR. A towering figure in our national life: he was a soldier, statesman, reformer, and, above all, a beloved leader of the people. President Buhari lived with quiet dignity and unwavering commitment to the service of Nigeria. From his early days in the military to his presidency, he embodied discipline, integrity, and uncommon patriotism. His courage in confronting corruption and insisting on accountability in public life inspired millions. A man of Spartan simplicity and deep faith, he remained grounded in the values of justice and fairness, always aligning himself with the hopes and struggles of the ordinary Nigerian — the talakawa, whom he championed with conviction. Though a military General, he chose the difficult path of democratic reinvention. He believed deeply in the rule of law, due process, and the supremacy of the people’s will. He taught us that strength is not only measured in force, but in restraint; not only in command, but in character. Kaduna State mourns this great son of Nigeria. To us, he was more than a leader — he was a moral compass, a father figure, and a steady voice in times of uncertainty. His legacy will live on in the ideals he upheld, the institutions he strengthened, and the millions he inspired. On behalf of the government and people of Kaduna State, I extend our deepest condolences to His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR; the Buhari family; the government and people of Katsina State; and indeed all Nigerians who now share in this moment of collective grief. We pray that Almighty Allah, in His infinite mercy, grants President Muhammadu Buhari eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus. May He also grant comfort and strength to the bereaved and to a nation now united in remembrance. Nigeria has lost a statesman. History has gained a legend. Senator Uba Sani, CON Governor, Kaduna State. July 13th, 2025

Today, I had the honor of commissioning the remodelled, upgraded and fully equipped Dabo Mohammed Lere Memorial Hospital, Saminaka, Lere Local Government. We inherited a healthcare sector that was in a sorry state. We are therefore carrying out a surgical operation to deliver to our people a healthcare system that addresses the needs of the citizens in the three levels of healthcare delivery. Our vision is structured around five strategic objectives: enhancing health infrastructure, improving service delivery, strengthening human resources for health, ensuring the availability of essential medicines, and increasing sustainable health financing.

THE GOOD PEOPLE OF KADUNA STATE ARE THE WINNERS Today, the Court of Appeal affirmed the mandate freely given to me by the good people of Kaduna State. Our people graciously gave us their mandate based on our SUSTAIN Agenda. Since our assumption of office, we have been rebuilding trust, revitalizing rural economies through massive infrastructural development, addressing challenges of poverty, and empowering our youths and women. Our people - centered and inclusive administration has been working assiduously to build bridges of understanding among our people and frontally address the challenges of insecurity. Ours is therefore a government committed to the progress and development of Kaduna State. No area will be left behind. Everybody is a stakeholder in the Kaduna Project. The judgement by the Court of Appeal is therefore an opportunity for the citizens to re-commit themselves to the arduous task of revitalizing the state's economy and making our dear state a model of development in Nigeria. We urge all those who have exercised their constitutional right to appeal to join hands with us to chart a new course for Kaduna State. We urge everyone to see this affirmation as a victory for Kaduna State. This is a time for reflection, not celebration. Let us focus on the tasks ahead. Senator Uba Sani, Governor, Kaduna State. November 24th, 2023.

I had the honour of visiting our dear leader, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR along with the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, and Honorary Adviser, Dr. Yusuf Hamisu. We sought the President's interventions in the critical areas of security and infrastructure in Kaduna State. His response to our requests was positive.

I wish to heartily congratulate two members of our administration, the Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Sule Shuaibu, and Deputy Chief of Staff (Legal and Legislative Matters), Chris Umar on their conferment with the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). The new Learned Silks are highly resourceful, articulate, eloquent and hardworking. They have made immeasurable contributions to the advancement of the legal profession in Nigeria and the progress and development of Kaduna State. We are proud to be associated with them. We are confident that their elevation to the rank of SAN will spur them to break new grounds and inspire other members of our team to aspire for excellence. Congratulations our new Learned Silks.

I wish to extend my hearty congratulations to the Secretary to the Government of Kaduna State, Mal. Balarabe Abbas Lawal on his confirmation by the Senate as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Mal. Balarabe Abbas is an accomplished public servant; highly knowledgeable, articulate, resourceful and transparently honest. I am confident that he will add great value to the administration of our dear leader and President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. May I, once again, express our profound gratitude to Mr. President for finding Mal. Balarabe Abbas Lawal worthy of nomination as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. I must not fail to thank our Senate President, H.E. Godswill Akpabio and Distinguished Senators for graciously confirming Mal. Balarabe Lawal as a Minister representing Kaduna State. Senator Uba Sani, Governor, Kaduna State. October 4th, 2023.

STATEMENT BY THE GOVERNOR OF KADUNA STATE, HIS EXCELLENCY SENATOR UBA SANI ON THE 63RD INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY OF NIGERIA, ON OCTOBER 1, 2023 It is with mixed feelings that I address the good people of Kaduna State on the occasion of our country's 63rd Independence Anniversary. At independence in 1960, our people had great expectations of a prosperous future. Our founding fathers envisioned a country that will become the Leading Black Nation on Earth. They committed to building a nation where no man or woman will feel oppressed. 63 years after, it is important for us to reflect on how far we have come as a nation. Have we met the expectations of our people? What challenges of nation building have we been grappling with? Is there a pathway to a greater future for our country? There is no doubt that we have made progress as a nation and as a people. In all facets, there are some success stories. That we have successfully defended the independence which we mark today is no mean achievement. We have also transited from military dictatorial rule to uninterrupted civil democratic rule for twenty three years. But we are not where we ought to be. We are yet to succeed in forging a truly Nigerian Spirit. Our ethnic and religious differences are still been exploited in furtherance of personal or collective interests. We are still struggling to address developmental challenges, especially in the areas of infrastructure, education, health, agriculture, and security. The increasing poverty level is a major source of worry for political leaders. Addressing the issue of poverty is critical to restoring the people's faith in our democracy. At the international level, how can we reinvent our foreign policy to put Nigeria back on the global map. As we celebrate, I call on Nigerian elites to work towards building consensus on where we want Nigeria to be in the scheme of world affairs. It is only by building a united and peaceful country that we can reenergize our economy and develop sustainably. A strong economy will give us the strategic muscle to negotiate our way to prominence on the global scene. We must also frontally address our challenges of insecurity. When we effectively address our internal security challenges, we can then resume peacekeeping and enforcement roles in West Africa and Africa. Let us therefore come together and support our security agencies in the fight against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery and other forms of criminality. Here in Kaduna State, our administration is fully committed to securing the state, and rebuilding trust in our communities by ensuring justice, equity and fair play. We have also resolved to bring succour to the poor. This is why I constituted the Financial Inclusion and Literacy Committee to ensure that the poor, vulnerable and underserved in the rural areas benefit from state and federal governments social intervention programmes. Rural Transformation is a cardinal focus of our administration. We want to revitalize the rural economies through massive infrastructural development. We want every citizen of the state to feel the impact of the government. No part of the state will be left behind. We want to return Kaduna State to its original place as the melting pot of Nigerian nationalities. We seek the support and cooperation of our citizens to build the Kaduna State of our dreams. Happy 63rd Independence Anniversary Senator Uba Sani, Governor, Kaduna State. October 1st, 2023.