Goverment

Kano govt. to Pay ₦15.6 Billion Severance Benefits to Former Councillors

The Kano State Government has approved the payment of ₦15.6 billion as outstanding severance gratuity and allowances for former councillors who served between 2014 and 2024, in what officials describe as a historic move to fulfill long-standing obligations. The decision was reached during the 27th Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf […]

Infrastructure Boost as Kano Approves Over ₦51 Billion for Capital Projects

The Kano State Executive Council has approved an unprecedented ₦51.5 billion for critical infrastructure and public service delivery projects across the state, as part of the administration’s strategic push to enhance socio-economic development. This was revealed in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa following the 27th Executive Council meeting held […]

Kano to Tackle Water Scarcity with ₦1.7 Billion Utility Payment, Reaffirms Commitment to Sector Reforms

In line with its renewed commitment to end water scarcity, the Kano State Executive Council has approved ₦1.7 billion for the settlement of utility costs for major water facilities across the state. In a statement by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa this was part of the resolutions made at the Council’s 27th meeting held […]

Governor Yusuf Signs Laws Establishing Four New Agencies in Kano

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has signed into law four landmark bills that establish new agencies designed to strengthen institutional frameworks and accelerate sustainable development across the state. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. The newly signed laws provide for the […]

Kano, Morocco to Partner on Energy, Agriculture, and Trade

The Kano State Government is set to sign a series of landmark investment Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Kingdom of Morocco, focusing on renewable energy, agriculture, and commerce, as part of its aggressive drive to reposition the state’s economy.This was contained in a statement issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday.This […]

Governor Kabir Yusuf Bags Vanguard’s 2024 Good Governance Award

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has been named Governor of the Year 2024 (Good Governance) by Vanguard Newspaper, in recognition of his transformative achievements in the education and healthcare sectors. The recognition was announced in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. Governor Yusuf received the award […]

Governor Yusuf Reaffirms Commitment to Rano’s Growth as Emir Pays Sallah Homage

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Thursday welcomed the Emir of Rano, Ambassador Muhammad Isa Umar, during a Sallah homage visit at the Kano Government House. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday. The visit, a symbol of tradition and unity, provided an […]

Governor Yusuf Orders Immediate Resumption of Janguza-Kabo-Karaye Road Construction

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has directed the immediate resumption of construction on the long-abandoned Janguza-Kabo-Karaye road, marking a significant step towards addressing critical infrastructural challenges in the state. The directive was announced in a statement issued by the governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, following a Sallah homage visit by the Emir […]

Emir of Gaya’s Faithful Endurance Earns Him Reinstatement – Governor Yusuf

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has revealed that the Emir of Gaya was reinstated due to his unwavering faith, humility, and total submission to the will of Allah when he was dethroned. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday. Speaking at the Kano […]