President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna to address the region’s educational and developmental challenges.
Vice President Kashim Shettima announced this during a condolence visit to the Kukah family in Ikulu Kingdom, Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following the death of His Highness Yohanna Sidi Kukah, the Agwom Akulu of Ikulu Chiefdom. The late traditional ruler was also a relative of Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto.
According to a statement released on Monday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications in the Office of the Vice President, Vice President Shettima disclosed that the President’s approval followed discussions with Senator Sunday Katung and a member of the House of Representatives.
Shettima emphasized the Tinubu administration’s commitment to the development of Southern Kaduna, citing the appointment of General Christopher Musa as Chief of Defence Staff as evidence of the President’s focus on the region’s security and welfare.
“Be rest assured that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has the people of Kaduna and Southern Kaduna at heart,” Shettima said.
He also revealed ongoing discussions to establish a Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan, Kaduna State, and praised Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, for his inclusive governance. Shettima affirmed that the federal government would collaborate with the state government to ensure developmental projects, particularly in road infrastructure, are implemented in Southern Kaduna.
During the visit, Bishop Kukah expressed gratitude on behalf of the Kukah family and the Ikulu community. He highlighted the poor state of infrastructure in the area, noting the long and challenging journey to the community.
“You can see the nature of the place in which we live. It took you around three and a half hours to get here. The road is largely broken,” Bishop Kukah said. “We are honoured to have you here and appreciate your friendship with the Ikulu nation.”
