Budget

Kano State Government Announces Plan to Train 50,000 Youths in 2026

The Kano State Government has announced plans to train 50,000 youths across the state in the current year as part of its broader strategy to empower young people to become self-reliant, productive, and economically stable. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa Sunday. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf […]

Governor Yusuf Signs N1.47 Trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill of N1.47 trillion into law, marking a significant step towards accelerating development and inclusive growth in the state. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa Wednesday Governor Yusuf assented to the budget on Wednesday […]

Governor Yusuf Approves ₦38.69bn for Statewide Security, Education, Infrastructure, Health and Water Projects

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a total sum of ₦38,698,282,407.94 for the execution of development projects and settlement of critical obligations across key sectors of the state. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday. The approvals were granted at the 35th […]

Revenue Generation: Gov. Yusuf Employs Additional Manpower as Kano Ranks 1st in IGR

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed satisfaction with the latest revenue generation rankings released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), which placed Kano State ninth nationally and first in Northern Nigeria. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday. Governor Yusuf expressed […]

Kano Gov.Fulfills Pledge, Settles N15.7 Billion in Outstanding Benefits to Former Councillors

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, announced the final settlement of a longstanding financial obligation, disbursing over N8.2 billion in outstanding allowances to 1,371 former Local Government Council members. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Wednesday. The payment marks the successful conclusion of a […]

Gov. Yusuf lauds Dangote for dedicating 25% of his wealth to charity

…As Dangote Foundation sets support for out-of-school children in Kano, other states The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has applauded Alhaji Aliko Dangote for dedicating 25% of his wealth to charity, describing the gesture as a historic boost to human development and a model for philanthropic leadership in Africa. This was contained in […]

Gov. Yusuf Receives President Tinubu’s 2025 Excellence in Public Service Award

‎The Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has been honoured with the 2025 Nigeria Excellence Award in Public Service (NEAPS). ‎ ‎This recognition is for his administration’s impactful achievements in education, healthcare, agriculture, urban renewal, infrastructure, and social welfare. ‎ ‎This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi […]

Kano Governor Lays Foundation Stone for Gaya Polytechnic to Spur Regional Development

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has laid the foundation stone for the construction of the Gaya Polytechnic, an institution designed to stimulate rapid educational and economic development within the emirate. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday. According to the statement, Governor Yusuf […]

Governor Yusuf Flags-off 5KM Road Network in Gaya Town

…Inspects Women Reformatory Institute, Gaya… Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commissioned a five-kilometer road network designed to open up and modernize Gaya Emirate. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday. According to the statement, Governor Yusuf commissioned the project on Wednesday at […]

Gov. Yusuf Proposes N1.368 Trillion Appropriation for 2026 Fiscal Year

…As Education Takes Centre Stage with 30 Percent Allocation Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has proposed a total budget of N1,368,127,929,271.00 for the 2026 fiscal year before the Kano State House of Assembly. This was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. The 2026 proposed […]