Religious leaders in Kaduna State have praised Governor Uba Sani for his inclusive leadership style, which emphasizes even development across the state. At a Special Interfaith Dialogue held at the Brigadier Abba Kyari Banquet Hall, Muslim and Christian clerics commended the governor for leading the state with fairness and justice. They noted that Kaduna State now enjoys relative peace and harmony, including peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians, since Governor Uba Sani assumed office over three years ago.
The event, organized by the Kaduna State Bureau of Interfaith, brought together speakers who noted that the present administration has recorded significant achievements. Many canvassed for the governor's re-election to continue with his inclusive governance philosophy. Governor Uba Sani recalled that when he assumed office in 2023, he promised to run an inclusive government that would win the hearts and minds of the people of Kaduna State and the country at large.
Governor Uba Sani emphasized that his model of governance is simple and based on justice, bringing everyone to the table. He noted that the state was highly toxic and divided when he took office, but his administration has worked to restore the glory of Kaduna State. As the most diverse state in Nigeria, Governor Uba Sani believes Kaduna should be a model for others to copy.
Rev Caleb Ma'aji, Chairman of the Kaduna State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), commended Governor Uba Sani for his achievements, including the completion of two road projects and the near-completion of a third. He also thanked the governor for re-introducing the Christian pilgrimage to Jordan and Jerusalem, and for sponsoring 50 Christians to the pilgrimage last year.
Prof Khalid Aliyu, Secretary General of Jamaátul Nasir Islam, noted that the theme of the Special Interfaith Dialogue coincides with the International Day of Peace. He described Governor Uba Sani as a peacemaker and commended his administration for its achievements. Sheikh Haliru Maraya enumerated the governor's achievements, including the slashing of tuition fees in Kaduna state-owned tertiary institutions and the reduction of insecurity incidents.
Bishop David Bakare, National Secretary of Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), confessed that he didn't vote for Governor Uba Sani in 2023 but has since been impressed by his work. He expressed support for the governor's re-election, citing his inclusive governance philosophy and achievements in Kaduna State.
The Special Interfaith Dialogue provided a platform for religious leaders to reflect on the impact of Governor Uba Sani's three years in office. They acknowledged his efforts to promote peace and harmony in Kaduna State and canvassed for his continued leadership. The event demonstrated the governor's commitment to inclusive governance and his efforts to bring people together.
Key points
- Governor Uba Sani's inclusive leadership style has brought relative peace and harmony to Kaduna State.
- Religious leaders have commended the governor's administration for its achievements, including the completion of road projects and the reduction of insecurity incidents.
- The governor's re-election has been endorsed by various religious leaders, citing his commitment to inclusive governance and his achievements in Kaduna State.
