The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Kukah, has praised Governor Uba Sani for his efforts in bringing peace and development to Kaduna State.
Bishop Kukah, who is also the Pro-Chancellor of the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, spoke on Tuesday evening during a visit to the governor at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House in Kaduna.
Kukah said, “We are grateful for the Governor’s efforts in making this university a reality. We have built on the pioneering efforts of the former NOK University, and we promise that it will be one of the best in the country.”
Kukah revealed that the new university is expected to begin academic activities in September. However, he noted that there are still challenges that need the state government’s support. These include the need for more infrastructure, land for expansion, access roads, utility vehicles, and security.
“The university will need more infrastructure in the coming years, and for this reason, it requires more land for expansion,” Kukah said.
In response, Governor Uba Sani assured the bishop of his administration’s continued support for the university and other development efforts in the state.
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Sani said, “I have been working closely with Bishop Kukah on not just the university, but on a number of issues. My doors are always open, and I reiterate my commitment to deepen consultation amongst the diverse people of Kaduna State, irrespective of their ethno-religious or party affiliations.”
Governor Sani also noted that the state has enjoyed peace since he came into office nearly two years ago. He credited this to his policy of spreading development to all parts of Kaduna State.
He said, “There has never been any ethnic or religious crisis since I assumed office about two years ago. I believe that peace is achieved because of our policy of taking development to every part of the state.”
The meeting ended with a renewed promise of cooperation between the church, the government, and the university for the betterment of the state.