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Dr Baba J Adamu, the Chairman of
the Gubernatorial Candidates' Forum in Kaduna congratulated the
Governor elect, Arch. Namadi Sambo. "we are truly democrats and in
democracy, the people's mandate is paramount. They have spoken and we
have accepted their choice of Namadi Sambo as the governor elect and
hereby congratulate him and also Governor Makarfi for laying sound
foundation for future development of the state" said Dr Baba J Adamu..Read
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main source of value and competitive advantage
in the new knowledge driven economy is human and intellectual
capital, where knowledge, innovation and creativity prevail.
For countries wanting to tap into the new ideas
they most embrace the advances in information and communication
technology ICT. With a population of 120 million people, Nigeria,
in theory has the capacity to make a successful transition into a
truly knowledge driven economy
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LECTURE on ICT
A
Paradigm shift in Nigerian politics:
"I am prepared to
reinvent government initiatives based on principles
of
values,
innovation and knowledge;
and the
Promise
of one
Nigeria"
"I am committed to delivering the real,
positive changes people want to see in Kaduna State of Nigeria. As we
go forward with strength and confidence, we will follow a responsible
and affordable plan and make improvements to the important priorities
that make a difference in people's lives: jobs, electricity, water,
world class education, peace & security, roads and improved community
health service. You have my Solemn Pledge. Elect me
as your Governor in April 2007".
MY PLAN FOR THE STATE
Complete overhaul and re-model of Kaduna state. My administration
will:
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Restructure urban and rural development and patterns of human
activities through equal opportunities, skills training and
entrepreneurial spirit;
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Solve the problem of urban primacy through satellite town creation
and
expansion;
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Provide enabling
environment for foreign investment in food processing industries,
technologies and mineral resources;
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Provide better social & economic INFRASTRUCTURE such as
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World class education fully equipped with computers;
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Better health care delivery;
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Sustainable water supply for all by decentralization of water
production and supply - easy and tested like we did in Eastern
Europe;
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Highly classified transport and communication systems
with a plan for a subway in Kaduna town (direct labour road
construction to tar the whole of Kaduna major cities)
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Bring in new tourism and recreation industry
through promotion and upgrade of our facilities;
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Boost agriculture and build massive silos storage facilities - plan
to make Kaduna the centre for agricultural products;
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Build Kaduna state stock exchange and educate our people on the
importance of investing;
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Ban begging on anyone 2 - 30 years old and create huge round-the
year farm where would be beggars can or will be forced to work on a
minimum wage to avoid begging on the streets. Disables will have centers for treatment and or job placement;
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Bring foreign investment - manufacturing, production and services -
job creation
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Build a 7000 Megawatts coal power plant in Kaduna for sustainable
electricity and even sell to neighbouring states
(currently
Nigeria produces total of 5000 megawatt);
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Invest in solar energy and commence the building of closed sewage
systems;
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Re-introduce war against indiscipline, and set in new rules for
clean and healthy cities;
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Introduce system to check corruption, improve public accountability
and innovation by using ICT and computers in government institutions;
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Standardize our
cultural presentation, movies and social programs;
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Foster unity &
peace in togetherness through empowering our emirs, chiefs and
religious leaders
These are my covenant with my people, the people of Kaduna State. God
acts in a miraculous way, and if God wishes that I lead the State to
greatness, I will humbly accept to serve you as your GOVERNOR.
Dr Engr. Baba Jibrin
Adamu, Ph.D, President/CEO iNetworks Canada & Gubernatorial Candidate
under the platform of NEW DEMOCRATS (ND) – elect Dr Baba for a better,
more prosperous Kaduna
www.bjadamu.com
www.inetworkscanada.com
KADUNA
STATE
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BRIEF ON KADUNA STATE
Kaduna State occupies almost the central portion of the
Northern Nigeria and shares borders with Sokoto, Katsina Niger, Kano
Bauchi and Plateau States. The state also
shares border with the Federal
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Kaduna local government Areas (LGA)
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Birni-Gwari
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Chikun
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Giwa
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Igabi
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Ikara
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Jaba
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Jema'a
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Kachia
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Kaduna North
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Kaduna South
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Kagarko
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Kajuru
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Kaura
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Kauru
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Kubau
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Kudan
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Lere
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Makarfi
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Sabon-Gari
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Sanga
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Soba
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Zango-Kataf
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Zaria
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Capital Territory Abuja. The global location of the state is
between longitudes 06 00m 09 00 11 30, North of the equator, while
the state capital lies on the longitude 10.30 North of the
equator.
The
entire land structures consist of an undulating plateau but,
towards the southern end, some hills could be seen scattered here
and there. Based on the 1991 census and projections, Kaduna State
has population of 3.96 million people with a density of about 700
people per head square kilometer. The main ethnic group are Bajju,
Kataf, Kagoro, Moro’a jaba, Gbaggyi, Kanninkon, Ninzam, Hausa
Fulani Chawai Kurama e.t.c with Hausa English language widely
spoken.
There
are two marked seasons in the state the dry windy season and the
rainy season. There is heavy rainfall in the southern parts of the
state like Kafanchan with an average rainfall of about 1016mm,
with the state as a whole enjoying a rainy season of about five
(5) months from April to October.
The
state extends from the tropical grassland known as the Guinea
Savannah to the Sudan Savannah in the North with about 80% of its
population engaged in peasant farming producing both food can cash
crops, the production of which is through the traditional method.
Crop produced in Kaduna state include Cotton, Groundnut, Tobbaco,
Beans, Maize, Yam, Guinea corn, Millet, ginger, Rice, Cassava,
Tomato, sugarcane, Shea nuts, Cowpea, Mango, Kenaf, cocoyam,
sorghum, Timber, Palm kernel, Banana, Soya bean, Onions, Corn and
potatoes. Another important agricultural aspect engaged by people
of the state is animal reading. |
These
include Cattle, Sheep, Goat, Pigs and poultry farming. Based on the
above, some possible industries could be food and sugar processing,
Cigarettes manufacturing, furniture industry, Ginger processing, Fibre
factory, Palm oil, Milk, Starch production plant and milling. Kaduna,
which is the plural of Kada, got its name from the reptile crocodile,
which abounded in the River Kaduna in the early days. Kaduna State is
historically the home of Queen Amina of Zazzau who was noted for
stepping where men dared not. As the ruler of Zauzzau she made
conquest and waged battles against her neighbours. The southern part
of the state is home of our ancient civilization known as the Nok
culture which dates back to between 90BC-500AD. This is an
archelogical discovery around Nok town in Jaba local government area
of the state and one of the most significant and best known culture in
the black African region today.
The
capital Kaduna served as the capital of colonial master, Fredrick
Luggard when he moved from Zungeru , capital of Northern Nigeria ,
North central state and now Kaduna.
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