FIC Report (Kaduna State) – The Kaduna State Governor Senator Uba Sani received the Management of the National Water Resources Institute (NWRI), led by its Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Abduljalal Danbaba, at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna, for a thoughtful and forward-looking engagement on strategic collaboration and discussions that centred on capacity development, applied research, institutional strengthening, and the advancement of comprehensive water resources management for Kaduna State.
Uba said reaffirmed his firm position that access to clean, safe, and potable water is not a privilege, but a fundamental human right. When we assumed office, the water sector was in deep distress, with production hovering at a mere eight percent.
He added that In response, his administration made a deliberate and historic commitment, earmarking between ₦93 billion and ₦100 billion from 2024 to 2027 to comprehensively overhaul the sector.
Sani further more clarified that already, we have invested ₦5 billion in replacing critical pipelines in Zaria and Kafanchan, committed ₦10 billion to key transmission lines within Kaduna metropolis, and expended ₦1.4 billion on essential treatment chemicals.
Governor said we have cleared ₦1.3 billion in inherited electricity debts, restored stalled operations, and raised water production from eight percent to over thirty percent, with a clear target of full coverage by late 2026.
He Equally expained the important of prioritised staff welfare through the settlement of ₦900 million in inherited salary arrears and the allocation of land for a dedicated housing scheme.
Uba also said to deepen institutional capacity, we have provided land for new NWRI branches in Zaria and Kachia and called for the restoration of the historic AWS School in Barnawa.
He furrher more remain committed to ending water poverty and building a utility for Kaduna State.
Signed :
Muhammad Gwani
AD FIRC Kaduna.
23rd January, 2026.
