Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has pledged fair compensation for property owners affected by road projects.
His administration will not demolish structures or dispossess citizens without adequate compensation, a commitment made during the distribution of cheques to 189 affected households. The governor emphasized that public interest cannot override private rights without restitution.
Governor Sani’s Commitment to Fair Compensation
At a recent event in Rigasa, Governor Uba Sani assured residents that his government would prioritize fairness in property displacement. He stated that no citizen would suffer unjustly in the name of development. This pledge aligns with his administration’s guiding principles of justice, compassion, and integrity since he took office on May 29, 2023.
The governor highlighted the importance of empathy in governance, asserting that while infrastructure defines the physical landscape, fairness shapes the moral landscape of the state. His administration has already compensated about 120 households affected by the Rabah Road project.
Kaduna State: Key figures on Compensation
- N2.85 billion in total compensation disbursed
- 189 affected households received cheques
- 120 households compensated on the Rabah Road project
- 282 households from Magajiya to Albarkawa compensated
- 14 households from Audi to Kako compensated
- 86 households linking Dogon Bauchi to Kakiyeyi compensated
- 33 households along the Kabala Costain corridor compensated
Progress on Road Projects and Future Steps
The groundbreaking for several key roads, including Makera Road and Lokoja Road, took place on September 12, 2025. While construction has progressed, the governor has temporarily slowed work to assess affected properties thoroughly. This decision reflects a commitment to transparency and equity.
Residents have been encouraged to relocate and rebuild with dignity, as the distribution of compensation cheques continues. The governor’s administration aims to ensure that all affected individuals are treated fairly and justly.
Next Steps for Affected Residents
- Continued distribution of compensation cheques
- Thorough assessment of affected properties
- Ongoing construction of road projects
Governor Sani's administration stands firm on justice and compensation for affected property owners.
