24/07/2025
100 Days of Purposeful Leadership: The Achievements of Hon. Isah Miqdad as Executive Chairman, Katsina Local Government
By: Ibrahim Danrimi
24th July, 2025.
In just 100 days, Hon. Isah Miqdad has redefined what it means to lead with vision, action, and sincerity. His administration has focused on impactful projects that touch every sector, from education and health to agriculture, infrastructure, and youth empowerment.
Some of His Major Achievements
a. Boosting Agricultural Development
1. Constructed a modern Agricultural Mechanization Centre to promote mechanized farming.
2. Partnered with Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYUK) to establish a 200-hectare modern farm for training and food production.
3. Received agricultural equipments from ADPU to enhance local productivity.
b. Empowering Education and Youth
1. Awarded fully funded scholarships to 96 students to study ICT and other skills at KSITM.
2. Partnered with UNICEF to train Almajiri pupils, giving them access to education and basic life skills.
c. Health and Sanitation
1. Approved the complete renovation of Sabuwar Unguwa Maternity Clinic.
2. Rehabilitated MCHC Rafindadi and MCHC Kangiwa to improve maternal and child healthcare.
3. Initiated drainage projects across 12 wards to reduce flooding and improve hygiene.
4. Installed hand pumps and motorized boreholes in several wards to provide clean water.
d. Light and Security
1. Procured 96 solar-powered streetlights for installation across the 12 wards to improve security and ease movement at night.
2. Launched a free training program on solar system installation, operation, and maintenance to create skilled technicians locally.
e. Governance and Welfare
1. Approved a 100% increase in allowances for the Cemetery Oversight Committee, recognizing their service to the community.
2. Renovated three new offices for Supervisory Councillors to ensure effective governance.
3. Recorded a 114% increase in internally generated revenue within just one month, a clear sign of fiscal discipline and trust.
4. Provided motorcycle for Tax officers to boost field operations.
This is not just a start, it is a promise fulfilled. And the people are watching with pride. Hon. Isah Miqdad is Leading with Purpose, Serving with Heart.