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Kaduna, Gates Foundation Deepen Collaboration Through Mutual Accountability Framework to Transform Development
Kaduna, Gates Foundation Deepen Collaboration Through Mutual Accountability Framework to Transform Development
By: Michael Mike
The Kaduna State Government and the Gates Foundation has signed the Kaduna Mutual Accountability Framework (KaMAF), a landmark platform to strengthen strategic collaboration, accountability, and sustainable development.
The signing, held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, represents a shared dedication to supporting the advancement of sustainable development in Kaduna State through targeted interventions and strengthened cooperation.
According to a statement signed by the Senior Communications Officer at the Gates Foundation Fatima Abubakar Alkali, and Chief Press Secretary to Kaduna state governor, Ibraheem Musa, the Framework establishes a non-binding strategic platform for dialogue and accountability. It is intended solely as a guide for collaboration and does not constitute, and shall not be interpreted as creating, any legally enforceable obligations or financial commitments by either Party.
It is designed to align the development priorities of both partners for maximum impact. It builds on the Kaduna State International Development Cooperation Framework (2017 – 2020) and introduces new mechanisms for strategic dialogue, measurable commitments, and citizen-centered monitoring.
The key areas of focus of the framework includes; Health, Agriculture, Data Management, Realistic Budgeting and Economic Empowerment. Kaduna State Governor, UbaSani who welcomed the Framework as a vital step toward Kaduna’s development vision said it represents a bold step from promises to delivery.
Uba said: “The KaMAF represents a bold shift from promises to delivery. By ensuring accountability, transparency, and alignment with the priorities of our citizens, Kaduna is working toward building a more inclusive, resilient, and prosperous future. We are proud to partner with the Gates Foundation to drive real, measurable change that improves lives across our state.”
Speaking on the landmark agreement, the Gates Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to Kaduna State through ongoing investments and technical assistance.
Gates Foundation, Country Director for Nigeria, Uche Amaonwu said: “Our work in Kaduna is grounded in a shared vision for inclusive, accountable, and data-driven development. “We are not just investing in systems; we are investing in people, in communities, and in the institutions that support sustainable change.
The Foundation stands ready to support Kaduna in strengthening primary health care, improving access to economic opportunities, and ensuring that every naira spent delivers real impact.”
The statement said KaMAF will guide collaboration over an initial two-year period (2025–2026), with regular Strategic Dialoguesand a Joint Steering Committee to track progress, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure sustainability.
It added that by aligning resources, reinforcing accountability, and centering citizens in the process, the Kaduna State Government and the Gates Foundation aim to set a model for transformative state-donor partnerships in Nigeria and beyond.
Kaduna, Gates Foundation Deepen Collaboration Through Mutual Accountability Framework to Transform Development
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 13 Brigade, in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS), have arrested a suspected cultist and gunrunner during a raid operation in Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 1:10 a.m. on April 3 along Effangha Spring Road in Ikom.
The sources disclosed that the suspect, who hails from Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, was apprehended during the coordinated raid.
According to the sources, troops recovered one revolver pistol, one sword, two laptops, four mobile phones, one digital camera, one wristwatch, three identity cards, and a sack of garri allegedly used to conceal the weapon.
The suspect and recovered items have since been handed over to the DSS for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security authorities said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to curb cult-related violence and illegal arms circulation in the South-South region.
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
Gunmen kill village head, wife in Adamawa, son hospitalised
By: Zagazola Makama
Unknown gunmen have killed a village head and his wife in Tunga Waja community, Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 8:50 p.m. on April 2, when the assailants attacked the residence of the village head and opened fire on him, his wife and their son.
The sources disclosed that the village head died on the spot, while his wife and son sustained gunshot wounds and were evacuated to a medical facility in Tingno for treatment.
According to the sources, the wife later died at the hospital, while the son is currently receiving treatment.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, while efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
The incident has heightened concerns among residents, as security agencies intensify efforts to restore calm and prevent further attacks in the area.
Gunmen kill village head, wife in Adamawa, son hospitalised
Three soldiers injured in road accident during pursuit of bandits in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Three soldiers have sustained injuries following a road traffic accident during an encounter with suspected armed bandits in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. on April 2, when troops of 2 Battalion deployed at Forward Operating Base Dogon Dawa were returning from an administrative patrol.
The sources explained that the troops reportedly sighted a group of armed bandits attempting to block the road at Ngede Allah and engaged them, forcing the criminals to flee.
During the pursuit, however, three soldiers fell off a military gun truck and sustained varying degrees of injuries, including fractures to the hand and leg.
The injured personnel were immediately evacuated to the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Kaduna, where they are currently receiving treatment and responding positively.
Security operations in the area have continued as troops maintain pressure on criminal elements within the axis.
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