The Kaduna State Government has approved ₦1.4bn as compensation for 891 households whose properties and farmlands will be affected by upcoming land remediation projects across erosion-prone communities in the state.
The initiative, implemented under the World Bank assisted Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project, targets degraded areas in Zaria, Rigasa, and St. Peter’s in Kawo, where civil works are set to begin immediately.
The state’s Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Alhaji Abubakar Buba, disclosed this during a sensitization visit to the Emir of Zazzau, Amb. Ahmed Nuhu Bamali, on Tuesday.
“Governor Uba Sani has ordered that all processes be done transparently. The Governor has made the funds available, and we are ready to commence the works immediately,” Buba said.
Kaduna engages stakeholders
According to the Commissioner, the compensation process will be conducted openly, with lists of affected households, property details, and payment amounts to be publicly displayed for verification.
He explained that the civil works will include land restoration, erosion control, and post-project tree planting to ensure long-term environmental sustainability. Buba also emphasized that stakeholder engagement—involving community leaders, religious bodies, women, and youth groups—will be key to smooth project implementation.
Commending the state government, Emir Bamali described the initiative as “timely and crucial” for mitigating the impact of land degradation in affected communities.
“We are very pleased with the government’s efforts and the allocation of ₦1.4 billion for compensation.This project will positively impact the lives of our people,” the Emir said, pledging the cooperation of district heads and residents.
The current phase of the ACReSAL project covers Zaria (13 km), Rigasa (17 km), and St. Peter’s in Kawo (3.3 km).
