UK Lifts Travel Restrictions On Kaduna, Moves State From “Red” To “Amber”

The United Kingdom has lifted travel restrictions on Kaduna State, reclassifying it from the “Red” to the “Amber” category, allowing British citizens to travel freely to the state.

The announcement was made on Wednesday by Cynthia Rowe, Development Director at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), during the signing of a new Kaduna Mutual Accountability Framework (KaMAF) with the state government in Kaduna.

Rowe explained that Kaduna had been on the “Red” list since 2022 due to security concerns but was upgraded to “Amber” following significant improvements in the state’s security situation. She praised Governor Uba Sani’s efforts in tackling insecurity and noted that the reclassification sends a positive signal to potential investors.

The KaMAF agreement, jointly signed by Governor Sani and Rowe, is designed to build on existing progress in governance, health, education, and agriculture.

Governor Sani highlighted achievements under the partnership, including reduced maternal and child mortality rates, improved access to healthcare, upgraded school infrastructure, and enhanced teacher training programs.

He also revealed that over 10 percent of Kaduna’s 2025 budget has been dedicated to boosting crop and livestock productivity. Ongoing reforms, such as the Local Government Transparency, Accountability and Sustainability (LFTAS) initiative, Issue-Based Projects, and Community Development Charters, continue to strengthen citizen engagement and public institutions.

Governor Sani expressed optimism that the new framework would accelerate development and further solidify Kaduna’s reputation as a resilient, inclusive, and investment-friendly state.