Christian Group Visits Kajuru, Praises Uba Sani’s Rescue Efforts, Infrastructure Development

Christian Group Visits Kajuru, Praises Uba Sani’s Rescue Efforts, Infrastructure Development

A delegation of Christian leaders under the umbrella of the Nigerian Interdenominational Pastors Assembly (NIPA) has commended Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, for his swift response to recent bandit attacks in Kajuru Local Government Area, as well as his administration’s renewed focus on infrastructure development and community support.

The delegation, led by Reverend Abraham Habila Zock, visited several affected communities in the Kurmin Wali axis of Kajuru amid heightened tension following coordinated attacks by armed bandits. The attacks, which occurred in separate incidents, led to the abduction of scores of residents and attracted national and international concern.

Speaking during the visit, the NIPA representatives praised Governor Uba Sani’s visible leadership and hands-on approach to crisis management. They noted that the governor’s decision to personally visit the affected communities to console bereaved families and reassure residents had helped restore hope and confidence among the people.

While addressing community members, the clergy urged residents to remain security conscious and vigilant. They acknowledged the governor’s decision to stand with the people during what they described as a “dark and painful moment,” commending his efforts to strengthen communities through both practical interventions and moral support.

Reverend Zock further observed that Governor Uba Sani’s administration has consistently reaffirmed a zero-tolerance stance on insecurity, pledging sustained collaboration with federal security agencies and the deployment of new strategies to protect vulnerable communities, particularly in Southern Kaduna.

“We recall that during an earlier visit to Kurmin Wali, the governor described the attacks as a cruel abduction of innocent citizens and assured residents that coordinated security efforts were ongoing to ensure the safe release of those still in captivity,” Zock said.

“Beyond security interventions, the visiting pastors highlighted the role of infrastructure development in stabilising Kajuru and neighbouring communities, appreciate the ongoing road construction projects and improved access to social services under the Uba Sani administration which are critical to restoring economic activities, enhancing mobility, and reducing the isolation that often exacerbates insecurity in rural areas.

The clerics also welcomed recent infrastructure initiatives, including the rehabilitation of rural road networks and plans for new healthcare facilities, describing them as vital steps toward improving living conditions and strengthening community resilience.

Despite the grim backdrop of the abductions, community leaders said the visit by the pastors had boosted morale and reinforced collective resolve. “We are grateful that our religious leaders stood with us and recognised the government’s role in saving lives and rebuilding our communities,” a local community chairman said.

Zock however ,noted that the latest abductions underscore the persistent security challenges in Southern Kaduna, where years of banditry and kidnappings have disrupted farming, education, and daily life. Meanwhile, they expressed optimism that the combined efforts of faith leaders, government authorities, and security agencies would lead to a more coordinated and resilient response to violence across the region.