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<p>The Kano State Executive Council has approved a total of â¦61.63 billion for a broad range of development projects spanning education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, and urban renewal.</p><div class="dZUkxLmv" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>The approvals were granted during the Council’s 39th meeting held at the Government House in Kano.<br />
Briefing journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, said the decisions reflect the administration’s strong commitment to improving public services and accelerating socio-economic development across the state.</p>
<p>According to him, the approvals followed extensive deliberations on key governance priorities, with a clear focus on enhancing living standards and expanding access to essential services.</p>
<p>Education Sector Gets Major Boost<br />
A significant share of the funds was allocated to the education sector. This includes over â¦4.45 billion for the payment of external examination fees for students sitting for NECO, NABTEB, and NBAIS in 2026.</p><div class="pvTzq5Ts" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>The Council also approved â¦2 billion for the procurement of school furniture across 30 local government areas, alongside several projects involving classroom construction, renovation, and upgrades in schools located in Makoda, Tarauni, Ajingi, and Minjibir LGAs.<br />
Waiya added that funds were equally approved to settle outstanding liabilities for examination fees between 2020 and 2023, as well as feeding costs in boarding schools.</p>
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<p>Strengthening Healthcare Services<br />
In the health sector, the Council approved key interventions, including the renovation of Wudil General Hospital and the procurement of medical equipment for major hospitals.</p>
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<p>Other approvals cover routine immunisation programmes, polio outbreak response across all 44 LGAs, and funding for free maternal, neonatal, and child healthcare services in 484 primary healthcare centres.</p>
<p>Major Infrastructure Investments<br />
On infrastructure, over â¦5.2 billion was approved for the construction of a major road linking Panshekara Underpass to Madobi Bridge, as well as road reconstruction projects in Gwale LGA.<br />
Additional approvals include the renovation of government offices, upgrades at the NYSC orientation camp in Kusalla, and construction works at other key public facilities.</p>
<p>Agriculture, Water, and Environment<br />
To boost agricultural productivity, the Council approved nearly â¦3.5 billion for the procurement of over 41,000 bags of fertiliser, alongside investments in irrigation and institutional infrastructure.<br />
In the water sector, â¦3.48 billion was approved for the rehabilitation of the Tamburawa Water Treatment Plant, in addition to funding for boreholes and utility services.<br />
Environmental initiatives such as urban beautification, solar-powered boreholes, and drainage improvements also received funding.<br />
Urban Development and Digital Mapping<br />
The Council also earmarked substantial funds for urban development, including compensation for land acquisition, road projects, and the establishment of Gaya Polytechnic.<br />
It further approved multi-billion naira projects for street naming, mapping, and house numbering under Phase II of the state’s urban planning programme.<br />
Other Strategic Interventions<br />
Additional approvals include funding for special intervention projects across 15 LGAs, settlement of staff entitlements at Aliko Dangote University, and procurement of ICT equipment to enhance government communication.<br />
The Council also endorsed programmes aimed at economic empowerment, including support for butchers and logistics for Hajj operations.<br />
Government Reaffirms Commitment<br />
Waiya assured residents that all projects would be executed in line with due process and accountability.<br />
He reiterated that the administration remains focused on delivering tangible dividends of democracy to the people of Kano State.</p>
<p>“The approvals underscore government’s unwavering commitment to improving infrastructure, education, healthcare, and overall socio-economic development of Kano State,” he said.<br />
He added that the Council also acknowledged recent recognitions and awards received by the governor, noting that they reflect the impact of ongoing reforms and leadership direction.</p>
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