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Kano Govt Unveils Wide-Ranging Development Initiatives to Boost Welfare and Transparency

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January 2, 2026

The Kano State Executive Council has approved a total sum of ₦6.9 billion for the execution of key infrastructure, social, and governance projects across the state.

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

Briefing journalists after the meeting, the state Commissioner of information and internal affairs Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya said the approved funds are aimed at improving citizens’ welfare and accelerating socio-economic development across various sectors.

The Commissioner explained that, ₦859m was Approved for Road Compensation in Tudun Wada

He said, in the area of land administration, the council approved ₦859.2 million for the payment of compensation to owners of structures affected by the construction of a five-kilometre dualised road in Tudun Wada Local Government Area.

“The compensation process will be supervised by the Ministry of Land, in line with government’s commitment to fairness and smooth project implementation”.

Flood Control: ₦358m for Drainage in Kano Municipal

Comrade Ibrahim Waiya further revealed that, to address flooding and environmental challenges, the council approved ₦358.4 million for the construction of stormwater drainage and culverts at Tudun Wuzirci in Kano Municipal Local Government Area.
The project will be executed by the Ministry of Environment.

He said, the Ministry of Works received the largest share of the approvals due to the strategic importance of road and drainage infrastructure.

The Council approved:₦896.05 million for the reconstruction of a failed multi-cell box culvert along the Kiru–Alhazawa–Bellon Koki Road in Kiru LGA.

The council approved ₦2.62 billion for the construction of the ’Yandodo–Mai-Allo Road in Nassarawa LGA and ₦1.21 billion 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.

Youth Empowerment: ₦431m for Entrepreneurship Graduates

As part of its youth empowerment drive, the council approved ₦431.6 million for the graduation ceremony and provision of empowerment kits to beneficiaries of selected Entrepreneurship Institutes across the state.

The programme will be implemented by the Steering Committee on the 26 Entrepreneurship Institutes.

Water Supply: ₦85.5m for Pipeline Extension in Gwale

To boost access to potable water, particularly within the metropolis, council approved ₦85.56 million for the extension of water pipelines in Gwale Local Government Area.
The project will be handled by the Ministry of Water Resources.

Education: ₦285m for Classroom Construction Across LGAs

In the education sector, the council approved ₦285.17 million as a reviewed cost for the construction of storey blocks of four classrooms with offices across the 44 local government areas of the state.

The project, to be executed by the Ministry of Education, is aimed at improving learning infrastructure statewide.

Anti-Corruption Workshop Gets Approval

To strengthen transparency and accountability, council approved ₦157.7 million for the conduct of an anti-corruption workshop for all state directors (Batch 3).
The programme will be coordinated by the Office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG).

Key Bills Approved for Transmission to Assembly

On policy matters, the Executive Council approved the transmission of the following bills to the Kano State House of Assembly:

Kano State Local Governments Administration Bill 2025

Kano State Economic Planning and Development Council Bill 2025

Kano State Education Bill 2025

Audu Bako College of Agriculture, Science and Technology, Dambatta Law 2025 (for renaming of the institution)

Council also approved the implementation of the reviewed Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Policy and Manual to attract private sector investment into the state.

Awards, Donations Presented to Governor, Govt

The council also witnessed the presentation of several awards and recognitions to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and the Kano State Government for achievements in digital transformation, leadership, housing, healthcare delivery, community development, and support for vulnerable groups.

Additionally, development partners presented a skill acquisition training package and donated a 32-seater coaster bus to the state government.

The government reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive development, transparency, and improved service delivery under the leadership of Governor Yusuf.

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Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Climbs to 15.38% in March

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April 15, 2026

Nigerian Tracker

By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported a rise in Nigeria’s headline inflation rate, which increased to 15.38% in March 2026, up from 15.06% recorded in February.

According to the NBS’s latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released on Wednesday, the 0.32 percentage point increase marks the second consecutive monthly rise in inflation this year. The March figure also represents a significant jump compared to the same period last year, underscoring persistent price pressures across key sectors.

Analysts point to rising food and energy costs, coupled with lingering supply chain disruptions, as primary drivers of the uptick. The NBS noted that food inflation remained elevated due to higher prices of staple items such as bread, cereals, and vegetables, while core inflation excluding volatile agricultural produce and energy also edged upward.

The development puts additional pressure on households and businesses, and may influence the Central Bank of Nigeria’s monetary policy stance in the coming months.

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Atiku Confirms 2027 Will Be His Final Presidential Bid

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April 15, 2026

Nigerian Tracker

By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has declared that the 2027 general election will be his last attempt to become Nigeria’s president.

The seasoned politician, who will turn 80 by the next election cycle, made the announcement during an interview on Arise News on Wednesday.

“Certainly yes, because the stakes are higher – I believe that will be my last outing. So that’s incontrovertible,” Atiku said when asked whether 2027 would mark his final run.

Pressed on why Nigerians should still trust him after decades in politics, the presidential hopeful argued that his experience uniquely qualifies him to lead the country at a critical juncture.

“I represent both the past and the future simply because we have seen various levels of leadership in the country, both young and old, and we’re experiencing them,” he said.

Atiku also voiced concerns about the performance of younger leaders, suggesting they have not fully met expectations.

“I still believe that our expectations of the young leadership are below what we thought,” he added, stressing the need for mentorship and guidance from older, more experienced politicians.

According to Atiku, such guidance is most effective when exercised from a position of power. Reflecting on his time as vice-president, he noted: “Sometimes you need to be [in power]. What I was able to learn from President Olusegun Obasanjo through his experience, I couldn’t have learned it outside.”

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Kano Dep Governor’s seat: Concerned Elders make case for Kabiru Alhassan Rurum

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April 15, 2026

Nigerian Tracker

Kano South Concerned Elders Forum has appealed to Governor Abba Kabiru Yusuf to appoint Hon Kabiru Alhassan Rurum as the next Deputy Governor of the state.

According to them, his appointment would support the administration and correct the years of political lopsidedness in the leadership of the state.

Their appealed was sequel to the nomination of Rurum, alongside Engineer Rabiu Sulieman Bichi and Murtala Sule Garo by the legacy group of the state’s All Progressives Congress (APC) for the governors final selection for the vacant post.

In a statement signed on Wednesday by the Chairman of the Elders, Senator Masaud El- Jibril Doguwa, they affirmed that the nomination of Rirum , a former Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly and a current member of the Nigeria’s House Representatives, represented a turning point in the political history of Kano -South.

“For the first time in over 30 years, someone from the zone has come close to being nominated as the state Deputy Governor. All past efforts by other capable politicians from the zone to secure the post of the state governor has failed to materialize” they recalled.

The elders, which included Musa Salihu, Alhassan Kibya, Rabiu Bala, Yau Beza , Wai Ado and several others , lamented that the zone, which has 16 LGAs and is one of the largest Senatorial zones in Nigeria, has yearned for decades for an equitable representation at the highest levels of leadership in the state.

While appreciating the Governor for his strength of character, fairness, justice and sense of inclusiveness, they stressed that the choice of Rirum for the position would go a long way to strengthen the administration.

“He is a grass root politician, a team worker, and approachable with extensive network all over the state and beyond.. He shares the same values with the Governor on the delivery of democratic dividends to his constituency” they declared. End