President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has consented to a proposal to establish a federal university in Southern Kaduna. Vice President Kashim Shettima who revealed this also disclosed that there are ongoing discussions to establish a Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan, Kaduna State.

VP Shettima gave the hint during a condolence visit to the Kukah family on the death of His Highness, Yohanna Sidi Kukah, the Agwom Akulu of Ikulu Chiefdom and family member of Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto.

Speaking at the residence of the late traditional ruler, the Vice President emphasized the commitment of the President Tinubu administration to the development of Southern Kaduna, citing the appointment of General Christopher Musa as Chief of Defence Staff as evidence of the President's attention to the security needs of the region.

Shettima also commended Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, for his inclusive governance approach, stating that "government is about linking all component parts to have a sense of belonging. He pledged that the federal government will work with the state government to ensure development reaches Southern Kaduna, particularly in road infrastructure. Earlier, Bishop Kukah expressed gratitude to the Vice President on behalf of the family over the visit