Governor Radda deepens community engagement, unveils development projects, youth-focused interventions

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Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to grassroots development during a community engagement visit to Mani Local Government Area.

Speaking at the Palace of the District Head of Mani, Alhaji Umar Babani Isah, Durbin Katsina, Governor Radda said the visit was part of his strategy to “maintain direct interaction with communities, assess progress, and address priority needs.”

Welcoming the Governor, the District Head commended him for fulfilling key campaign promises and implementing “life-changing interventions across Mani.” He appealed for the rehabilitation of the Mani–Dutsi Road and the Duwan–Doro Road, describing them as “critical economic routes that sustain daily movement and commerce.”

The traditional ruler also raised concerns over water shortages in some communities and urged the Governor to intervene. He further thanked Governor Radda for establishing the Ministry of Livestock Development, which he described as “a visionary institution and the first of its kind in Nigeria.”

On local governance, the District Head praised the recent appointments made by the state government and applauded the release of funds to Local Government Councils. He appealed for the construction of a Ring Road in Mani, saying it would “boost internal connectivity and open up the town economically.”

Responding, Governor Radda thanked the District Head and residents for their hospitality and support. “Our administration is committed to ensuring that no community is left behind. Mani remains a priority, and your concerns—particularly on water supply—will receive prompt attention,” he said.

The Governor highlighted progress recorded in education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, and youth empowerment, noting that many schools and healthcare facilities have been constructed and renovated statewide. He also revealed that the federal government has approved a medical facility for Muduru.

At the Mani Local Government Secretariat, the Governor met with stakeholders, where a representative of the Stakeholders’ Forum, Alhaji Musa, said the people of Mani came “not with complaints, but with appreciation.” He presented a compiled document of projects completed under the current administration.

The Chairman of Mani Local Government, Hon. Yunusa Sani Bagiwa, stated that the area had witnessed unprecedented development over the last two years. “Mani has seen more progress under Governor Radda than in over a decade,” he said.

Addressing the forum, Governor Radda explained that Mani ranked second in a two-year performance review covering all 22 Local Government Areas. “This assessment captured contributions from every level—state, federal, and local,” he added.

He reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening party structures, noting that monthly allowances introduced for ward and local government party executives were designed to “enhance coordination and political stability.”

Governor Radda concluded the visit by commissioning development projects and unveiling a scholarship support programme initiated by the Mani Local Government Chairman, reaffirming his administration’s dedication to youth empowerment.

Those in attendance were the; Senator representing Daura Zone, Alhaji Nasir Sani Zango; Member representing Daura/Sandamu/Maiadua, Alhaji Aminu Jamo; Member representing, Mashi Dutsi Hon Salisu Yusuf Majigiri; Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arch. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa; and National Legal Adviser of APC, Barrister Murtala Aliyu Kankia.

Others include; APC State Chairman, Sani Aliyu Daura; Chief of Staff, Government House, Alhaji Abdulkadir Mamman Nasir; principles private secretary to the governor Abdullahi Aliyu Turaji; and members of the State Executive Council.