Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has nominated the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service, Mr Jerry Adams, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election.
The current deputy governor is Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe.
Sani announced the nomination on Tuesday, describing it as a reaffirmation of his administration’s commitment to inclusion, justice, fairness, equity and equal opportunities for all Kaduna citizens.
He said the choice followed extensive consultations, deep reflection and prayers, stressing that it reflected values that had guided his administration since assuming office on May 29, 2023.
The governor said the nomination went beyond selecting a deputy governorship candidate, adding that it symbolised the determination to strengthen unity and deepen citizens’ sense of belonging.
According to him, Kaduna’s religious, ethnic and cultural diversity remains its greatest strength and should continue to unite, rather than divide the people.
Sani said his administration had spent over three years healing divisions and restoring public confidence through inclusive governance and equitable distribution of development projects.
He said investments in roads, schools, healthcare, water supply, agriculture and social protection had reached all 23 local government areas without discrimination.
The governor added that collaboration with traditional rulers, religious leaders, women, youths and community groups had strengthened peace and promoted shared development.
He said improved security had enabled farmers to return to their fields, businesses to expand and investments to grow across many communities.
Sani described Adams as an accomplished public servant and tax administrator who transformed the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service through innovation, transparency and professionalism.
He said Adams’ leadership strengthened the state’s revenue generation, enabling greater investments in education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture and other critical sectors.
The governor also described Adams as a man of integrity, humility and competence, committed to peace, reconciliation and inclusive governance.
He said the nomination underscored his administration’s resolve to prioritise merit, competence and character in public leadership.
Sani urged Kaduna residents to embrace the development through the vision of a united state, rather than the lenses of religion, ethnicity or geography.
He pledged to continue building a peaceful, secure, just and prosperous Kaduna, expressing confidence that the administration would leave a stronger foundation for future generations.
