President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by Stanley Nkwocha, the Spokesperson for Vice-President Kashim Shettima, in Abuja on Monday.
Nkwocha noted that the Vice-President made the announcement during a condolence visit to Bishop Matthew Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, following the passing of Yohanna Kukah, the Agwom Akulu of Ikulu Chiefdom in Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Additionally, Vice-President Shettima revealed that discussions are currently underway to set up a Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan, Kaduna State.
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He added that “with Sen. Katung and members of the House of Representatives, we have reached out to President Bola Tinubu, and he has consented to the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna.”
Mr. Shettima highlighted the president’s commitment to the development of Southern Kaduna, pointing to the appointment of Gen. Christopher Musa as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) as proof of the government’s focus on addressing the region’s security concerns.
“Be rest assured that President Tinubu has the people of Kaduna and the people of Southern Kaduna at heart,” he stated.
Mr Shettima also commended Gov. Uba Sani of Kaduna State “for his inclusive governance approach, as government is about linking all component
parts to have a sense of belonging.”
He assured that the Federal Government would collaborate with the state government to ensure that development, especially in road infrastructure, reaches Southern Kaduna.
Earlier, Mr Kukah expressed gratitude to the vice-president on behalf of the family over the visit, saying “I want to thank you on behalf of this family. Thank you for being with us.
“You can see the nature of the place in which we live. It took you around three and half hours to get here. The road is largely broken.
“I know you will remain a friend of this Ikulu nation and a friend of this community. We are honoured to have you.”
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