…Dabai District Head Praises Radda’s Projects, Ward Development Fund
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has announced plans to establish the Danja Irrigation Scheme, as part of his administration’s efforts to expand agricultural production, improve farmers’ livelihoods and stimulate economic activities.
The Governor disclosed this during his engagement with traditional rulers and community leaders in Danja Local Government for his Tinubu–Dikko 2027 campaign rally.
Governor Radda appreciated the people for their warm reception, recalling his previous engagements in the area, including his visit to Dabai.
“Our visits to traditional rulers are important opportunities to seek their prayers, guidance and advice on how to move the state forward,” he said.
On grassroots development, the Governor explained that the Community Development Programme (CDP) provides ₦10 million to each of the state’s 361 wards to execute projects identified by their communities.
He noted that traditional rulers, religious leaders and other community stakeholders are involved in identifying and prioritising projects to ensure that interventions reflect the needs of the people.
Speaking on the proposed Danja Irrigation Scheme, Governor Radda said work on the project was set to commence and that it was expected to cost about ₦20 billion.
“The scheme will strengthen irrigation farming, increase tomato production, improve farmers’ incomes and create more economic opportunities for our people,” he observed.
Earlier, the District Head of Danja, Alhaji Mohammed Tukur Bature, Sarkin Kudun Katsina represented by Mohammed Yazid Sadiq commended the state government for its interventions in security, education, healthcare, water supply, economic development and job creation.
He particularly acknowledged the upgrading of the Danja Comprehensive Health Centre to a General Hospital, describing it as an important intervention in improving access to healthcare.
He also appreciated the road projects linking communities and other government initiatives supporting agriculture and small businesses.
The traditional ruler recognised the contributions of the Local Government Chairman and other stakeholders, while praying for the continued success of the administration.
Also, the Chairman of Danja Local Government Area, Hon. Rabo Tambaya, welcomed Governor Radda and his entourage, expressing appreciation for the development interventions being implemented across the state.
He said traditional rulers, community leaders and elders remained supportive of the government’s development agenda and prayed for the Governor’s continued success.
The Governor was accompanied on the visit by the Deputy Governor, Malam Faruk Lawal; Director-General of the Tinubu–Dikko Campaign Council, Arch. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa; Dr. Mustapha Muhammad Inuwa; APC State Chairman, Dr. Bishir Gambo Saulawa; Hon. Abdulkadir Mamman Nasir; Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Turaji; and other government officials, campaign council members and political stakeholders.
Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Katsina State
02 November, 2026
