Vice President Kashim Shettima discloses that President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna.
Shettima, who unfolded the development, also revealed that there are ongoing discussions to establish a Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan, Kaduna State.
Speaking during a condolence visit to the Kukah family on the death of His Highness, Yohanna Sidi Kukah, the Agwom Akulu of Ikulu Chiefdom and family member of Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Shettima said Tinubu has consented to the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna
The Vice President while speaking at the residence of the late traditional ruler, reiterated the commitment of the Tinubu administration to the development of Southern Kaduna, citing the appointment of General Christopher Musa as Chief of Defence Staff as evidence of the President’s attention to the security needs of the region.
“Be rest assured that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has the people of Kaduna and the people of Southern Kaduna at heart,” Shettima said.
He also hailed Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani for his inclusive approach to governance.
Shettima assured that the Federal Government would work with the state government to ensure that development reaches Southern Kaduna, particularly in road infrastructure.
Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah had earlier expressed gratitude to the Vice President on behalf of the family for the visit.
Kukah said, “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. I know you will remain a friend of this Ikulu nation and a friend of this community. We are honoured to have you.”
