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Radda flags off Katsina Community Development Programme, supported by AfDB, World Bank

With the active support of the African Development Bank, AFDB, and the World Bank, the Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, yesterday in Katsina, flagged off the Katsina State Community Development Programme, KSCDP, designed to empower communities and ensure grassroots development through participatory governance.

The Governor while addressing key stakeholders at the flag off, emphasised the programme’s transformative vision, insisting that development is not a gift but a collective effort, adding that the programme represents the belief by the government in the potentials of every community, family, and every individual in Katsina.

He said: “The CDP introduces an innovative approach to local development, establishing community development centres in all 361 wards across 34 local governments. Each centre will feature three critical offices: community development, community support and community learning, designed to address infrastructure, social services, education and economic empowerment.”

Governor Radda further outlined key goals of the initiative, including enhancing social cohesion, economic empowerment, promoting gender equity, improving infrastructure access, and ensuring environmental sustainability.

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He further recalled his personal research and wealth of experience about successful community-driven development models from other countries, including India’s Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act and Brazil’s Bolsa Família programme; calling on traditional leaders, local governments, and development partners to support this collaborative approach. Governor Radda also emphasised the programme’s potential to create meaningful, sustainable change.

He announced the appointment of renowned academic and community development expert, Dr. Kamaludeen Kabir as the state’s coordinator of the Katsina State Community Development Programme (KSCDP).

In a goodwill message, the World Bank Country Director, Mr. Ndiame Diop, commended Governor Radda’s bottom-up approach to community development, emphasising that shifting from a top-down to a bottom-up strategy fundamentally transforms project implementation.

The representative of the African Development Bank, Mr. Taibi Karikari, also congratulated Governor Radda and the people of Katsina State for the launching of the novel Community Development Programme.

November 23, 2024
Katsina governor hands over to deputy, embarks on vacation

The governor of Katsina state, Dikko Umaru Radda, has handed over to his deputy, Faruk Lawal Jobe to commence a one-month vacation starting Thursday, July 18 In line with constitutional provisions.

The deputy governor, Malam Faruk Lawal Jobe, is expected to assume the role of acting governor during this period.

The above development was announced by the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Nasiru Yahaya Daura, during Tuesday’s legislative plenary

The approval of the governor’s vacation was granted in response to a formal letter addressed to the Speaker, which was read before the session by the Assembly Chief Whip, Alhaji Ibrahim Dikko.

In the application, Governor Radda cited Section 190 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), which empowers state Houses of Assembly to grant such requests from the executive arm.

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Speaker Daura, while announcing the approval, prayed for Allah’s guidance to the governor throughout the official vacation.

The Nation recalled that this is the second time in Katsina’s political history that a sitting governor had sought constitutional approval for a vacation and formal handover to his deputy.

The first being during the late Governor Umaru Musa Yar’adua’s second tenure.

Also during Governor Radda’s tenure as chairman of Charanchi local government, he was the only local government chairman in Katsina state to formally hand over to his vice chairman

Governor Radda also served as the director general of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency, SMEDAN,

July 17, 2024
Katsina governor flags off N3b urban renewal road projects

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina state has flagged off a N3b urban renewal road project on two pivotal infrastructures he described as‘’ a decisive leap forward in the state’s development trajectory.’’

The flag-off of the Kofar Soro-Kofar Guga dual carriageway road and the Galadanci-Hassan Usman Ciroma House-CPS spur road is collectively valued at a total of N3.55 billion.

The governor said that projects were an embodiment of the state’s unwavering commitment to progress and prosperity, by enhancing connectivity and facilitating smoother transportation, “these roads promise to redefine the landscape of Katsina State, fostering economic growth and improving the daily lives of its citizens.’

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‘’These initiatives are part of a broader urban renewal agenda aimed at rejuvenating infrastructure and creating a conducive environment for sustainable development. The commencement of construction marks the beginning of a journey towards a more vibrant and resilient Katsina State.’’

An investigation by The Nation revealed that the dual carriageway road, spans 1.25 kilometres with the spur road, covering 0.2 kilometres, connecting communities including solar street lights.

Also, some utilities that may interfere with the construction are expected to be relocated while compensation for affected households is expected to be paid

Governor Radda extended his gratitude to all stakeholders involved in the flag-off of the project, from government agencies to contractors and community members, urging everyone to work together to pave the way for a brighter tomorrow.

March 13, 2024
Banditry: Governor Radda calls for vigilance

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has called on the citizens of the state to step up their night watch and ensure increased vigilance against banditry attacks and several other activities of criminal elements in the state

Radda made the call yesterday while inaugurating three Islamiyya schools donated by a philanthropist, Alhaji Abubakar Dardisu Wambam Mani.

He said people’s partipation in ensuring their security and well being has become a necessity.

Unconfirmed reports from Jibia Local government had it that five villagers were killed during banditry attacks.

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The Police authories in katsina state are yet to confirm the Jibia reports despite enquiries by The Nation.

While opening the schools, located in Yammama, Malumfashi, Mani Town, and Muduru, Mani Local Government Area, the governor described them as testament to the collective commitment towards education and community development.

The Islamiyya school in Yammama was dedicated to the memory of the late father of the state governor, Bare-bari Umaru Radda, while the one in Muduru was named after his mother, Hajiya Safara’u.

The school in Mani was also named in honor of the Emir of Katsina, Abdulmumini Kabir.

Governor Radda assured the communities of comprehensive government support in fostering educational endeavors.

Acknowledging the noble gesture of Alhaji Abubakar Dardisu, Governor Radda expressed gratitude for the philanthropist’s dedication to uplifting communities through education. .

He called on the residents of Yammama, Mani Town, and Muduru to utilize and maintain the newly inaugurated schools, Governor Radda underscored the significance of education in community progress.

At the inauguration, Alhaji Murtala, a member of the Board of Trustees of Dardisu/Fatimah Foundation, conducted the visitors round the facilities within the schools, including classrooms, toilets, administrative blocks, and boreholes.

January 29, 2024