leaders. Kaduna State continues to demonstrate leadership in human capital development—building the bridge between potential and productivity, and charting a sustainable path for inclusive growth and national prosperity.

graced by an array of distinguished dignitaries, including the Honourable Minister of State for Industry, Minister of Trade and Investment, Minister of Youth Development, Director-General of ITF, Executive Secretary, NBTE, alongside other senior government officials and industry.

State’s milestones in Human Capital Development, particularly the establishment of the Kaduna State Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development (IVTSD)—a world-class institution with three campuses strategically located across the senatorial zones. The Summit was

Productivity," convened leading policymakers, education experts, and industry stakeholders to chart a new course for harnessing Nigeria’s vast human capital potential. On the second day, Mrs Fakai delivered a goodwill message on behalf of the Governor. She highlighted Kaduna

Organised by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Industrial Training and Development, in collaboration with the Office of the Honourable Minister of State for Industry, the Summit, themed "Manpower Development — the Bridge Between Potential and

*“Bridging Potential and Productivity”*. The Honourable Commissioner, Mrs Patience Fakai, represented His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani, Governor of Kaduna State, at the two-day National Industrial Manpower Summit held at the Presidential Banquet Hall, Abuja.

A key highlight of the meeting was the formal inauguration of the Joint Implementation Committee, comprising representatives from SMEDAN, KADEDA, and MBIT. The Committee will coordinate and oversee the effective rollout of the programme across Kaduna State.

Earlier today, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Technology (MBIT), under the leadership of the Honourable Commissioner, hosted a strategic meeting with officials from SMEDAN and KADEDA to activate the implementation of the ₦1 billion MSMEs Matching Funds Programme.

disabilities. In her remarks, Mrs. Fakai thanked the First Lady for consistently prioritising Kaduna in national interventions, referencing previous support to petty traders, farmers, and healthcare workers. “This outreach is more than charity—it is a statement of care,

Federation, who was ably represented by Her Excellency, Hajiya Nana Kashim Shettima, Wife of the Vice President, to the Renewed Hope Food Outreach Programme in Kaduna. The outreach impacted 3,160 beneficiaries across all 23 LGAs—targeting women, youth, and persons with

The Honourable Commissioner for Business, Innovation and Technology, Mrs. Patience Fakai (FNIM), on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, joined Her Excellency, Hajiya Hafsat Uba Sani, First Lady of Kaduna State, in welcoming Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the

Ministry’s work connects to broader goals and reinforced the need to centre people—especially youth and vulnerable groups—in state development strategies.

Investment Sector Strategic Team (HCDSI SST), chaired by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe. The workshop focused on reviewing Kaduna’s progress in its Human Capital Development journey. The Commissioner contributed to cross-sector discussions on how the

𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗻𝗮 . The Honourable Commissioner joined Commissioners and key stakeholders at the Human Capital Development Strategic Workshop organised by the Kaduna State Human Capital Development and Social

across communities. #KadunaMarkets #RuralTransformation #UbaSaniInAction #StakeholderEngagement #KadunaForward.

By listening directly to traders, the administration is working to create safer, more functional markets that empower local businesses. The Honourable Commissioner reaffirmed the government’s dedication to reforms that improve the ease of doing business and drive prosperity.

association leaders from across the state. The engagement focused on key issues such as infrastructure, financial access, security, and regulatory support. This dialogue reflects Governor Uba Sani’s broader commitment to rural transformation and inclusive economic growth.

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲. The Honourable Commissioner attended a stakeholder roundtable organised by the Kaduna Market and Development Management Company (KMDMC), bringing together market

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RECRUITMENT ALERT. The Kaduna State government is now recruiting staff for the newly established Vocational Training Institute. This is a unique opportunity to join a transformative initiative aimed at equipping citizens with practical skills for the future.