OUTCOME OF THE 36TH KANO STATE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON 31ST DEC. 2025

The 36th meeting of the Kano State Executive Council held on Wednesday 31st December, 2025, at the Council Chamber, Government House, Kano.

Following an extensive deliberation on critical issues of governance affecting various sectors of the state, the Council has consequently approved a total sum of ₦6,900,915,838.99 for the execution of key projects and programmes aimed at improving the welfare of the people and accelerating socio-economic development across the State.

The following approvals have been granted in accordance with selected sector intervention.

MINISTRY OF LAND

In the area of land administration and compensation, Council approved the sum of ₦859,217,654.35 for the payment of compensation to owners of structures affected by the construction of a 5-kilometre dualised road in Tudun Wada Local Government Area.

This approval is under the supervision of the Ministry of Land and is intended to ensure fairness and smooth project execution.

MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT

To address environmental challenges and improve flood control, Council approved ₦358,473,978.73 for the construction of storm water drainage and culverts at Tudun Wuzirci in Kano Municipal Local Government Area, to be executed by the Ministry of Environment.

MINISTRY OF WORKS

The Works sector received the largest share of approvals due to the strategic importance of road and drainage infrastructure. Council approved ₦896,052,327.46 for the reconstruction of a failed multi-cell box culvert along the Kiru–Alhazawa–Bellon Koki Road in Kiru Local Government Area.

Additionally, approval was granted for the construction of the ‘Yandodo–Mai-Allo Road in Nassarawa Local Government Area at a cost of ₦2,619,690,830.10.

Council also approved ₦1,207,398,700.89 for the construction of a 10-cell reinforced concrete box culvert and other hydraulic structures along the Karari–Kwaimawa–Santar Komau–Badau–Dutsen Karya–Gima Road, all under the supervision of the Ministry of Works.

STEERING COMMITTEE ON 26 ENTREPRENEURSHIP INSTITUTES

In furtherance of the state government’s commitment to youth empowerment and skills development, Council approved ₦431,658,000.00 for the graduation ceremony and provision of empowerment kits for beneficiaries of selected Entrepreneurship Institutes across the state. The programme will be implemented by the Steering Committee on the 26 Entrepreneurship Institutes.

WATER RESOURCES SECTOR

To improve access to potable water within the metropolis, Council approved ₦85,560,603.98 for the extension of water pipelines within Greater Kano, specifically in Gwale Local Government Area, to be handled by the Ministry of Water Resources.

EDUCATION SECTOR

In the education sector, Council approved ₦285,174,743.48 as a reviewed estimated total cost for the construction of storey blocks of four classrooms with offices across the 44 Local Government Areas of the state. This project will be executed by the Ministry of Education to enhance learning infrastructure.

SSG OFFICE

To strengthen transparency and accountability in public service, Council approved ₦157,689,000.00 for the conduct of a workshop on anti-corruption for all State Directors (Batch 3). The programme will be coordinated by the Office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG).

POLICY DECISIONS

On policy matters, the Executive Council approved the transmission of the following bills to the Kano State House of Assembly for passage into law: the Kano State Local Governments Administration Bill 2025, the Kano State Economic Planning and Development Council Bill 2025, the Kano State Education Bill 2025, and the Audu Bako College of Agriculture, Science and Technology, Dambatta Law 2025, which seeks to rename the institution.

Council also approved the implementation of the reviewed Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Policy and Manual for Kano State, as part of efforts to attract private sector investment.

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS

Furthermore, Council witnessed the presentation of several awards and recognitions to His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, and the Kano State Government. These include recognitions for digital transformation, leadership excellence, housing development, healthcare delivery, community development, and support for vulnerable groups. Council also witnessed the presentation of a skill acquisition training package and the donation of a 32-seater coaster bus by development partners.

It is of importance worthy of noting that, these approvals and recognition reaffirm the commitment of the Kano State Government under the leadership of His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, to inclusive development, transparency and improved service delivery across all sectors of the state

Signed:

Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya

Hon. Commissioner,

Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs