By Israel Bulus, Kaduna
A former Federal Commissioner with the National Population Commission (NPC), Hon. Dr. Abdulmalik Mohammed Durunguwa, has declared that he would transform Southern Kaduna to surpass America in development if given the opportunity.
Durunguwa, who was also a former governorship aspirant in Kaduna State, made the statement on Wednesday when members of the Southern Kaduna Journalists’ Forum paid him a courtesy visit at his residence in Malali, Kaduna.
He reiterated his commitment to the progress and unity of Southern Kaduna, calling on the people to set aside religious, political, and ethnic differences to work for the region’s development.
“Let us come together as one. No matter the political party, religion, or tribe, let’s make Southern Kaduna great,” he said.
He also stressed the need for grassroots engagement in tackling insecurity, noting that a lack of coordination among residents often leads to security breakdowns.
“If you leave people in a community without coordination and direction, there will always be security challenges,” he stated.
He cited his personal peace-building efforts in his hometown of Laduga as a model, saying regular engagements with traditional rulers, youths, and local vigilantes had yielded positive results.
“Whenever I visit Laduga, I meet with village heads, local security teams, and youths to discuss strategies. Today, I can proudly say that Laduga stands out as one of the most peaceful communities in Southern Kaduna,” he said.
Durunguwa urged other influential personalities from the region to join hands in finding lasting solutions to insecurity and underdevelopment.
