Defence Minister Inspects Key Projects in Zangon Kataf LGA

Defence Minister Inspects Key Projects in Zangon Kataf LGA 
Bomba Dauda 


The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), on Friday, 2nd January, 2026 undertook an inspection visit to several ongoing and completed defence-related and public service projects in Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to security, education, technology, and healthcare delivery.


The projects inspected include the Defence Comprehensive Secondary School (DCSS), Makamurung, the GWABIN Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre in Atanje, and the General Hospital, Zango.


At the Defence Comprehensive Secondary School, Makamurung, the Minister assessed facilities and ongoing developments aimed at providing quality education for children of military personnel and civilians alike. He noted that the school would not only enhance access to disciplined and high-standard education but also contribute to human capital development and peaceful coexistence within the host community.


General Musa also visited the GWABIN CBT Centre at Atanje, a technology-driven initiative designed to support computer-based examinations, recruitment processes, and skills assessment. He described the centre as a strategic investment in youth empowerment and digital inclusion, stressing that it would reduce examination malpractice, create job opportunities, and position young Nigerians to compete favourably in an increasingly technology-driven world.


At the General Hospital, Zango, the Defence Minister inspected medical facilities and interacted with health workers, emphasizing the importance of functional healthcare infrastructure in strengthening national resilience. He said improved healthcare services would directly benefit residents of Zangon Kataf and neighbouring communities by reducing maternal and child mortality, improving emergency response, and easing the burden on tertiary hospitals.


Speaking during the visit, General Musa stated that the projects reflect a holistic, non-kinetic approach to national security, where education, healthcare, and technological advancement complement military efforts in addressing insecurity.


“These projects are about people, their education, health, and opportunities. When communities are empowered and hopeful, security is strengthened,” he said.


The inspection tour underscores the Ministry of Defence’s broader strategy of integrating security objectives with social development, ensuring that the dividends of governance reach grassroots communities.

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