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Kano Government Moves to Attract Investment in PPP , Review Policy Framework

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In line with the present administration’s commitment to attract credible investors and mobilize private sector funding to accelerate the infrastructure development of untapped resources in the state, the Kano State Government has constituted a committee to review its existing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) policy document.

The Chairman of the PPP Policy Review Committee, Alhaji Usman Bala Muhammad, who is also the Special Adviser to the Executive Governor on State Affairs, disclosed this at the opening of a three-day PPP Policy and Manual Review Workshop held in Zaria, Kaduna State.

Alhaji Bala noted that the reviewed manual—produced by a team of consultants—will help build confidence among citizens and prospective investors by ensuring transparency and competitiveness in future PPP engagements. He added that the review became necessary to address challenges associated with past PPP agreements and to establish a strong framework that would guarantee mutual benefits for all parties.

He urged participants to work diligently and contribute meaningfully to the development of the strategic document that aims to bring lasting economic prosperity to the people of Kano State.

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In his welcome address, the Director General of the Kano State Investment Promotion Agency (KanInvest), Muhammad Nazir Halliru, described PPP as one of the most dependable sources of alternative funding for infrastructure development. He reaffirmed the State Government’s determination to produce a PPP policy and manual that would meet global standards and stand the test of time.

Halliru expressed optimism that the revised policy would help dispel fears and build trust among both the public and potential investors, thereby creating an enabling environment for sustainable investment in the state.

Delivering a goodwill message on behalf of the Kano State House of Assembly, Hon. Salisu Kabo Muhammad—Member representing Doguwa Local Government and Vice Chairman, Public Accounts Committee—commended the initiative. He said the legislature fully supports the State Government’s efforts to develop a robust PPP policy that would drive economic and social development by effectively harnessing the state’s abundant resources.

Also speaking, a representative of Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE), Malam Auwalu Hamza, expressed confidence that the workshop would produce a viable and forward-looking document capable of transforming PPP investment in Kano State.

The lead consultant, Mr. Nufi Barnabas, also commended the commitment of the Kano State Government and assured that his team has worked tirelessly to deliver a comprehensive policy framework that aligns with international best practices.

In his closing remarks, the Director General of KanInvest, Muhammad Nazir Halliru, expressed appreciation to all participants, partners, and the Executive Governor of Kano State, His Excellency Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his unwavering support and vision toward enhancing investment and economic growth in the state.

 

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Governor Yusuf Nominates Murtala Garo to the Kano Assembly as Deputy Governor

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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has transmitted the name of Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo to the State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as Deputy Governor.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad.

The nomination is in line with Section 191(3) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which empowers the Governor to nominate a Deputy Governor where a vacancy exists.

The position became vacant following the voluntary resignation of the former Deputy Governor, Comrade Abdussalam Gwarzo, on March 27, 2026.

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Following a wide consultations with key stakeholders, the Governor has requested the Assembly to grant the necessary approval for Garo’s nomination.

48 year old Murtala Sule Garo is a season political administrator with over two decades of service in both elective and appointed positions.

He has served as State Organising Secretary of his party, Special Adviser to Kano State Governor and elected Kabo Local Government Chairman.

He also served as Chairman of ALGON Kano, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, and Deputy Governorship Candidate of the APC in the 2023 general elections.

His nomination is part of efforts to strengthen governance and sustain effective service delivery in Kano State.

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Mustapha Muhammad
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor
Kano State Government

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Insecurity: US lawmaker accuses Matawalle of bribe attempt to silence recommendation calling for his sack

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April 21, 2026

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Kimberly Daniels, a United States Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives for District 14, has alleged that Nigeria’s minister of state for defense, Bello Matawalle, attempted to bribe a US official to deflect the narrative of the United World Congress of Diplomats, UN-WCD, report.

The lawmaker made the claim in a viral video released on her official Facebook account on Monday.

She said Matawalle’s alleged move was to cover up the UN-WCD report on Christian genocide in Nigeria, which indicted him.

Daniels insisted that no amount of pressure can silence her stand against the killings of Christians in Nigeria.

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“A US elected official was offered money by Nigeria’s minister of state defense, Bello Matawalle, to change the narrative of the UN-WCD Christian genocide in Nigeria report,” she said in the viral video.

Recall that Daniels, who doubled as the chairperson of UN-WCD, had called for President Bola Tinubu to remove Matawalle over alleged complicity in the killings in Plateau, Benue, Kaduna, and other parts of Nigeria.

Matawalle is yet to officially reply the US lawmaker.

Daniels alleged that following her recent press statement on what she described as targeted killings of Christians in Nigeria, she came under pressure from individuals she linked to the minister, including what she characterised as attempts to discredit her report and “buy support” from US-based elected officials.

According to her, an unnamed American lawmaker allegedly received an offer of financial inducement to publicly counter her position and defend the Nigerian defence leadership.

She claimed to have received evidence of a communication, including a prepared statement and promotional material, purportedly linked to the minister.

She also claimed that the bribery attempt is meant to divide America elected officials not knowing that they are united.

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Just In:President Tinubu Sacks Minister Of Finance

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle in the membership of the Federal Executive Council.

According to a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, two cabinet members, Mr. Wale Edun and Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa are to leave the cabinet while their replacements have been named.

Edun, until the latest development, was the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy. He has been directed to hand over to Mr. Taiwo Oyedele who is now to take over as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. Oyedele was formerly a Minister of State in the ministry.

Also Mr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma (PhD .) has been named as the ministerial nominee and minister designate for the Housing and Urban Development Ministry.

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The memo also directed Dangiwa to hand over to the Minister of State in the ministry.

The memo stated that “all handing over and taking over processes should be completed on or before close of business on Thursday 23rd April, 2026.”

Explaining the President’s decision, Akume said: “These changes are aimed at strengthening cohesion, synergy in governance as well as achieving more impactful delivery on the economy to Nigerians, through the Renewed Hope Agenda.”

He said the President, in approving the cabinet reshuffle, has fully exercised his powers as conferred on him by Sections 147 and 148 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (1999, as amended).

The President thanked the outgoing ministers for their services to the nation while wishing them the best in all their future endeavours.

The President, Akume noted, equally assured all cabinet members that “the process of reinvigoration shall be continuous.”

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Yomi Odunuga,
Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation

21-04-2026

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