Leaked Audio: Kaduna ADC Candidate Meets El-Rufai
The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kaduna State, Isa Ashiru Kudan, has met with former Kaduna State Governor,...
Kaduna State
Kaduna State, the “Centre of Learning,” is the historic political capital of Northern Nigeria. A hub for education, textiles, and transportation, Kaduna remains one of the most strategically important states in the Federation. Naija News provides real-time updates on Kaduna’s urban renewal, security, and political landscape.
Quick Facts & Profile
| Category | Details |
| Current Governor | Uba Sani (APC) |
| Capital | Kaduna |
| Founded | May 27, 1967 |
| Slogan | Centre of Learning |
| Geopolitical Zone | North West |
| Area | 46,053 km² |
| Population | ~10 Million+ (Estimated) |
| ISO Code | NG-KD |
Geography and Borders
Kaduna is centrally located in Northern Nigeria. It is bordered by Kano, Katsina, and Zamata States to the north, Plateau and Bauchi States to the east, Nasarawa State and the FCT to the south, and Niger State to the west.
Governance: From 1967 to Date
As the old capital of the Northern Region, Kaduna has been led by some of Nigeria’s most influential figures:
- Abba Kyari (1967–1975): The first Military Governor.
- Balarabe Musa (1979–1981): The first civilian governor, known for his radical socialist reforms.
- Ahmed Makarfi (1999–2007): Focused on “Triple R” (Reconciliation, Rehabilitation, and Reconstruction).
- Patrick Yakowa (2010–2012): The first governor from Southern Kaduna.
- Nasir El-Rufai (2015–2023): Oversaw a massive urban renewal project and civil service reforms.
- Uba Sani (2023–Present): Currently prioritizing rural development and social inclusion.
Education and Landmarks
Kaduna hosts the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, one of Africa’s largest universities, and the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA). Key landmarks include the Kajuru Castle, Lugard Hall, and the Nok Village archaeological site.
Nine Killed In Fresh Kaduna Bandits Attack
Bandits reportedly killed at least nine farmers and abducted several others during an attack on Kakangi village in the Birnin Gwari Local...
Uba Sani Begins Compensation Of 122 Households Affected By Ring Road Project
The Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has assured residents of the state that he would never dispossess any citizen of their...
Former APC Official Killed By Bandits After Two Months In Captivity
A former All Progressives Congress (APC) Local Government Executive Committee member in Kaduna State, Ayuba Muhammad, has reportedly been killed by bandits...
‘You’re Only Sending Them To Death Sentence’ – Sani Faults Prohibition Of Weapons For Amotekun, Local Guards
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has criticised the restrictions on live weapons for Amotekun and vigilante services, insisting that the creation of...
Military Bombs Bandits’ Enclave On Niger-Kaduna-Zamfara Border
The Nigerian military has carried out a precision air strike on a major bandits’ enclave at Dogon Dawa, along the Niger-Kaduna-Zamfara border....
Six Almajiri Pupils Kidnaped As Terrorists Launch Fresh Attack In Kaduna
Suspected terrorists have abducted six Almajiri pupils during an attack on Unguwar Gere community in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna...
They Should Be Killed – Kaduna Governor Says Bandits Have No Right to Live
Kaduna Governor Uba Sani has said that armed bandits responsible for killings and kidnappings across parts of Nigeria should not be given...
FG Announces ‘World-Class’ Mineral Discovery In Kaduna
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has announced the discovery of a “world-class” polymetallic mineral province that contains platinum group...
EFCC Re-arraigns Former Kaduna Government Official Over ₦16 Million Fraud
The Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Monday, June 22, 2026, re-arraigned Theophilus Madami before Justice...
Soldiers Killed As Troops Rescue Abductees, Eliminate Four Terrorists
Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North-West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have rescued abducted victims, killed four suspected terrorists and recovered weapons,...
Farmers Killed, 22 Abducted In Kaduna Village Attack
Bandits suspected to be among so-called “repentant” groups on Monday attacked Layin Danauta village in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna...
Protests Rock Kaduna Community After ‘Repentant’ Bandits Kill District Head’s Grandson
A protest broke out on Friday in Birnin Gwari town, headquarters of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following the...
‘We Are In The Bush’ – Kaduna Abductees Deny Release
Thirty-seven residents abducted from Ariko community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State have denied reports that they had been released...
Notorious Bandit Leader, Three Others Killed In Kaduna Gang Fight
No fewer than four suspected terrorist kingpins, including a notorious figure identified as Laggu, have been killed during a clash between rival...
Bandits Kill Four, Abduct 11 In Fresh Kaduna Attacks
No fewer than four persons have been killed and 11 others abducted in separate attacks by suspected bandits in Kachia and Kajuru...
Kaduna Abducted Schoolchildren Regain Freedom After 36 Days
Six schoolchildren, their driver and two other adults abducted by suspected bandits on the Akwando-Kachia Road in Kaduna State have regained freedom...
We Wrote Election Results, Not Once, Not Twice – Gov Sani’s Aide Admits
The Special Adviser on Political Matters to Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, Abubakar Mamadi, has claimed that election results in the Igabi...
Katung, Shehu Sani, Yero Win Kaduna APC Senate Tickets
Sunday Katung, Shehu Sani and former Kaduna State Governor, Ramalan Yero, have won the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primaries in Kaduna...
El-Rufai’s Family Alleges DSS Attempted To Re-arrest Former Governor
The family of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on Monday alleged that operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) attempted...
