The Kano State Executive Council has approved an ambitious budget of two billion, six hundred and sixty-five million, six hundred and forty-six thousand, seven hundred and fifty-six naira, forty-four kobo (₦2,665,646,756.44) for a series of developmental projects across the state.
This strategic initiative was announced during the 17th council meeting, underscoring the government’s commitment to sustainable development and the enhancement of residents’ safety and well-being.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, articulated the administration’s vision, stating, “These initiatives are designed to elevate public services and infrastructure across Kano State, addressing both current needs and future demands.”
Among the key projects, the renovation and conversion of part of the Kano State Library into an office complex for the Ministry of Transport and offices of Special Advisers to Governor Yusuf stands out, with a budget allocation of ₦268,160,455.84.
This transformation aims to provide modern, functional workspaces, thereby enhancing the efficiency of government operations and service delivery.
Another pivotal project is the establishment of a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) center, funded with ₦309,784,126.72.
This center is set to offer state-of-the-art facilities for educational testing and training, significantly bolstering the state’s educational infrastructure and promoting digital literacy among students and professionals.
The council also approved the relocation, re-installation, and upgrading of the Golden Jubilee Monument at Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso Bridge along Emir’s Palace Road, costing ₦164,949,693.46.
This initiative aims to preserve and enhance this important cultural landmark, contributing to Kano’s heritage conservation efforts.
In addition to these major projects, the infrastructure overhaul includes several other critical initiatives:
- Provision of intervention for washout menace at an existing 3-cell 900mm diameter ring culvert along Gwarzo-Shanono Road at ₦77,540,743.19.
- Laterite filling of a 2-km road from Riga to Karkari in Gwarzo LGA, budgeted at ₦43,382,210.10.
- Revalidation and approval for outstanding payment for the construction of Dangote Female Hostel and landscaping at the Kano State University of Science & Technology, Wudil, costing ₦30,579,961.24.
- Expansion of the scope of work at AKTH Bridge through Naibawa/Yar-Akwa Junction, allocated ₦275,992,011.92.
- Expansion of the scope of work at Zaria Road Flyover to Kwanar Dawaki, funded with ₦251,782,112.23.
- Expansion of the scope of work at Hadeja Road/Ahmadu Bello Way Roundabout through Eastern Bypass Roundabout to Tokarawa, costing ₦286,475,441.74.
- Purchase of five dump trucks for the Water Resources and Engineering Construction Agency (WRECA), budgeted at ₦455,000,000.00.
These projects collectively highlight the government’s proactive approach to tackling infrastructural challenges and improving public services. The investments are expected to significantly impact Kano’s development trajectory, fostering economic growth and enhancing the overall quality of life for its residents.
The announcement of these projects reflects a robust commitment to infrastructural growth, aiming not only to address immediate needs but also to lay a strong foundation for future advancements. The administration’s focus on diverse areas such as transport, education, heritage conservation, and urban development demonstrates a holistic approach to governance and public service delivery.
Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director General of Media and Publicity at the Government House, emphasized the transformative potential of these projects, urging the public to support the government’s efforts in creating a more developed and prosperous Kano State.
