By Sabiu Abdullahi
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has announced the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), Mr. Jerry Adams, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election.
The governor made the announcement in a statement issued on Tuesday. He said the decision followed extensive consultations, careful reflection and prayers. He added that the nomination reflects his administration’s commitment to justice, equity, competence and inclusive governance.
According to Uba Sani, the choice goes beyond selecting a deputy governorship candidate. He said it represents the core values that have shaped his administration since he assumed office on May 29, 2023.
“This decision is far greater than the selection of a deputy governorship candidate. It is a reaffirmation of the values that have guided our administration since I took the oath of office on 29 May 2023; the values of inclusion, justice, fairness, equity and the unwavering conviction that every citizen of Kaduna State deserves a genuine sense of belonging.”
The governor described Kaduna’s ethnic, religious and cultural diversity as one of the state’s greatest assets. He said his administration has pursued policies that encourage unity, dialogue and balanced development across all parts of the state.
He also stated that government projects in roads, education, healthcare, water supply, agriculture, rural development and social protection have reached all 23 local government areas. He said the approach aims to ensure that every community benefits from government interventions.
Uba Sani further noted that continuous engagement with traditional rulers, religious leaders, community groups, women and youth organisations has strengthened peace-building efforts. He said the engagement has also improved security and renewed the confidence of farmers, businesses and investors.
The governor praised Adams as an experienced public servant and tax administrator. He said the KADIRS chairman has transformed the state’s revenue agency through effective leadership.
He credited Adams with improving Kaduna State’s internally generated revenue through innovation, transparency and professionalism. He added that the increase in revenue has enabled the government to invest more in key sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure and agriculture.
Uba Sani also described his running mate as a man of integrity, humility and competence. He said the nomination demonstrates his administration’s commitment to merit, character and inclusive leadership.
He urged residents of Kaduna State to view the development as an opportunity to strengthen unity and shared prosperity instead of focusing on religious, ethnic or regional differences.
“As we look towards 2027, I invite every son and daughter of Kaduna State to see this moment not through the narrow prism of religion, ethnicity or geography, but through the broader vision of the Kaduna we are building together; a Kaduna where every child can dream without fear, every community can flourish, every faith is respected and every citizen has an equal stake in our common future,” he said.
The governor expressed confidence that his administration has established a strong foundation for a more peaceful, secure and prosperous Kaduna State. He pledged to build on its achievements and continue implementing policies that promote unity, fairness and sustainable development.
