The Kano State Executive Council has approved projects worth over ₦8.2 billion aimed at revitalising the education sector, improving water supply, and promoting energy efficiency across the state.
In a statement released on Sunday, the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, said the approvals were made during the council’s 33rd meeting chaired by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
Bature explained that more than ₦4.9 billion of the total sum would go toward major education-related projects designed to enhance infrastructure, raise learning standards, and increase access to quality education.
Among the approved projects are the Phase II renovation of Government Technical College, Ungogo, the payment of debts owed to boarding school feeding contractors, and the production of instructional materials at the Kano Printing Press.
Others are the completion and furnishing of the e-library at the Kano State College of Education and Preliminary Studies, as well as the funding of accreditation exercises at Kano State Polytechnic.
The council also approved the procurement of office furniture and fittings for Northwest University, Kano, which the statement said would enhance both academic and administrative efficiency.
“Education remains the cornerstone of our development agenda, and we will continue to invest in facilities that promote quality teaching and learning,” the statement added.
In a separate development, the council approved ₦3.3 billion for water supply and energy-related projects meant to improve access to clean and safe water in both urban and rural communities.
The breakdown includes funding for the construction of a modern water treatment plant at Taliwaiwai in Rano Local Government Area, as well as the payment of electricity and fuel bills incurred by the State Water Board to sustain operations.
Part of the funds will also cover the settlement of outstanding liabilities owed to KEDCO, procurement of diesel (AGO) and petrol (PMS) for treatment plants, and the overall management of water supply infrastructure.
According to the statement, the interventions will “guarantee steady water supply, improve energy efficiency, and promote better living standards for the people of Kano.”
Governor Abba Yusuf was quoted as reaffirming his administration’s commitment to prioritising investments that directly impact citizens’ welfare and advance infrastructural development across the state.
