Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has reaffirmed his commitment to his role as a public servant, stating that his primary concern is to serve the people who elected him rather than engage in distracting political discussions.
His remarks come amidst a tense political climate, with his predecessor, Nasir El-Rufai, accusing him of using the police to intimidate his supporters.
Speaking during an Iftar dinner with Kaduna Social Media Influencers, Governor Sani said, “My preoccupation is to serve the people of Kaduna State, who elected me. I am not bothered by baseless and idle talks, which will add no value to governance.”
In a veiled reference to the recent allegations made by El-Rufai, the governor stressed that his administration has made significant strides in addressing key issues. These include improvements in security, agriculture, and the critical issue of water scarcity.
“We have made significant strides in addressing security challenges in Birnin Gwari and Giwa local governments… The Birnin Gwari cattle market, which had been closed for over 10 years, was reopened last November, and business is now thriving,” Sani added.
Furthermore, Governor Sani highlighted his efforts to resolve the long-standing water crisis in the state. His administration has declared a state of emergency in the water sector, increasing water supply capacity from under 5% to 30%, with a target to reach 100% by the end of the year.
“I want to thank you for highlighting the achievements of our administration,” Sani told the gathered influencers. “We will continue to support you in your efforts to promote the good works of our government.”
This marks a continued effort by Governor Sani to stay focused on governance despite political distractions, aiming to make a lasting impact in Kaduna State.