No More Killings in Southern Kaduna Because I Don’t Lead With Religious or Ethnic Sentiment, Says Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani has declared that peace has returned to Southern Kaduna, a region long troubled by ethnic and religious violence, crediting the change to his administration’s commitment to inclusive and impartial leadership.
Speaking during an official engagement, Governor Sani stated, “There are no more killings in Southern Kaduna because I am leading without religious or ethnic sentiments.” The governor emphasized that his administration prioritizes fairness, justice, and development for all communities in Kaduna State, regardless of religious or ethnic background.
The governor’s remarks come as Southern Kaduna marks an extended period without major violent conflict, a notable departure from its history of communal clashes and attacks that have claimed hundreds of lives over the past decade.
Governor Sani highlighted his strategy of engagement with all stakeholders, including traditional rulers, religious leaders, and youth organizations, as a key pillar in maintaining peace.
He also pointed to investments in security infrastructure, intelligence sharing, and community dialogue mechanisms aimed at conflict prevention.
“Our administration is people-focused, not tribe-focused. We are building trust, empowering communities, and proving that security and development must be blind to religion or ethnicity,” he said.
The governor’s position has sparked reactions across the political spectrum. While some commend the efforts as a model of progressive governance, critics urge caution, noting that long-term stability in the region will require sustained engagement and justice for past victims.
Southern Kaduna has historically been a flashpoint in Nigeria’s North, where tensions between Christian-majority indigenous groups and Hausa-Fulani Muslim communities have often escalated into deadly violence.
Governor Sani’s inclusive rhetoric stands in contrast to the approach of previous administrations, which were frequently accused of bias or inaction in the face of crisis.
As Kaduna State prepares for mid-term reviews of its development agenda, the governor reiterated that his government will continue to strengthen peacebuilding initiatives and deliver equitable governance.
