Uba Sani Disburses ₦2bn Compensation, Attracts ADC Defectors

On October 18, 2026, Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, distributed ₦2 billion in compensation to 865 property owners impacted by township road projects in Zaria, Sabon Gari, and Giwa. The cheques were handed over at Unguwan Iya, Zaria, with notable attendees including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas, and former Governor Ramalan Yero.

This compensation initiative marks a shift in policy, ensuring that affected owners receive payments before any demolition, allowing them to secure alternative accommodations without loss. The Uba Sani administration has previously disbursed ₦2.85 billion in February 2026 and ₦2 billion in July 2026 for various projects, totaling over ₦6.85 billion in direct compensation.

The event also witnessed a significant political shift, with heavyweights from the African Democratic Congress defecting to the All Progressives Congress, citing the Governor's leadership and compensation policies as motivating factors.