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Special Council Meeting: Kano Gov’t To Immortalize Late Abubakar Rimi, Approves Over N20b For Various Projects
The Kano state executive council on its 2nd Special Meeting held on Thursday, 22nd May, 2025 presided over by under Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the release of Twenty billion three hundred and sixty four million, two hundred and eighty nine thousand, seven hundred and nine naira, eighty nine kobo for the execution of key infrastructure and public service projects across the state.
According to a statement by the commissioner of information and internal affairs Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the Council approved the revocation and re-award of contract for the completion of the 5-kilometre dualised road in Bebeji Local Government Area at the cost of Three Billion, Two Hundred and Twenty-Seven Million, Seven Hundred and Ninety-Four Thousand, Four Hundred and Sixty-Five Naira, Forty-Eight Kobo (₦3,227,794,465.48).
Similarly, the Council approved the revocation and re-award of contract for the completion of the 5-kilometre dualised road in Tudun Wada Local Government Area at the cost of Four Billion, Six Hundred and Three Million, Two Hundred and Eighty Thousand, Seven Hundred and Fifty-Four Naira, Twenty-Nine Kobo (₦4,603,280,754.29).
The Executive Council also approved the revocation and re-award of contract for the completion of the 5-kilometre dualised road in Garun Mallam Local Government Area at the cost of Four Billion, Forty-Seven Million, Thirty-Four Thousand, Three Hundred and Fifty-Nine Naira, Thirty-Eight Kobo (₦4,047,034,359.38).
In a similar development, the Council approved the revocation and re-award of contract for the completion of the 5-kilometre dualised road in Madobi Local Government Area at the cost of Four Billion, One Hundred and Seven Million, Five Hundred and Thirty-One Thousand, Six Hundred and Eighty-Seven Naira, Seventy-Eight Kobo (₦4,107,531,687.78).
Furthermore, Honorable Waiya said, the Council approved the award of contract for the completion of the 5-kilometre dualised road in Tsanyawa Local Government Area at the cost of Three Billion, Four Hundred and Twenty-Four Million, Eight Hundred and Eighty-Three Thousand, Four Hundred and Ninety Naira, Twelve Kobo (₦3,424,883,490.12).
He explained that, In honour of the late former Governor of Kano State, the Executive Council under the leadership of His Excellency, Alhaji Abba KABIRU Yusuf, approved the construction of an auditorium hall at the NLC Headquarters along Katsina Road at the cost of Two Hundred and Eighty-Four Million, Five Hundred and Fifty-One Thousand, Seven Hundred and Twenty-Two Naira, Forty-Two Kobo (₦284,551,722.42), and shall be named after the late Governor of Kano State, Alh. Mohammadu Abubakar Rimi, the first Governor to initiate the celebration of 1st May, of every year as workers day
The Council also approved the reconstruction of a burnt masjid and an Islamiyya school building with an office block, renovation of a six-seater toilet facility, a motorised solar-powered borehole with overhead tank—all at Tiga Gadan in Gezawa Local Government Area—at the total cost of One Hundred and Fifty-One Million, Eight Hundred and Sixty-Three Thousand, Eight Hundred and Ninety-Five Naira, Ninety-Seven Kobo (₦151,863,895.97).
Also approved was the general renovation of all offices within the Cabinet Office at the cost of Five Hundred and Seventeen Million, Three Hundred and Forty-Nine Thousand, Three Hundred and Thirty-Four Naira, Forty-Five Kobo (₦517,349,334.45).
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The Executive Council considered and expressed deep sympathy with the victims of recent rainstorms and windstorms that severely affected residents in Gani, Masu, and Sitti Wards of Sumaila Local Government Area, as well as Doguwa Local Government Area and other parts of the state.
In response, the Council approved the constitution of a committee to be chaired by the Honourable Commissioner of Public Procurement, Project Monitoring and Evaluation to assess the extent of the damage and recommend appropriate action.
The Council also deliberated on the dilapidated condition of the abattoir at Zawaciki, a project previously raised by His Excellency, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. The Council noted with dismay the alleged vandalization of the facility by the previous administration, and therefore approved the constitution of a high-powered committee to investigate and submit recommendations on the appropriate actions.
The Council has also considered the construction of a modern abattoir, with a view to provide more job opportunities and economic activities in the State
The Kano State Government remains committed to delivering on its promises to the people through transparent, accountable, and impactful governance.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, on Tuesday received a delegation from the Association of Kano Business Community at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, during a thank-you visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
KANO FOCUS reports that the delegation expressed appreciation to the Federal Government for its support to traders and other victims affected by the recent fire incident that razed several sections of the popular Singer Market in Kano.
Speaking during the meeting, the Vice President reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to collaborating with the Kano State Government and relevant agencies to prevent a recurrence of fire outbreaks in markets across the state.
He assured the delegation that President Tinubu has the interests of Kano people at heart, noting that the N5 billion approved as immediate relief for victims was based on the findings of a preliminary assessment of the damage caused by the inferno.
Shettima reiterated that the Federal Government would continue to support efforts aimed at restoring commercial activities and strengthening safety measures in markets to protect lives and property.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Government has inaugurated a 23-member committee to oversee the transparent and equitable distribution of financial assistance and relief materials to victims of the recent Singer Market fire disaster.
KANO FOCUS reports that the inauguration was carried out on behalf of the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Faruq Ibrahim, who chairs the committee. The event was presided over by the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Abdulkarim Kabiru Maude.
According to the Attorney-General, the committee comprises representatives from key government agencies, security services, the Kano Emirate Council, religious leaders, and affected traders.
He said the panel’s mandate includes assessing the extent of losses, verifying genuine victims, ensuring timely distribution of support, and recommending measures to prevent future fire incidents.
The intervention follows support approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as contributions from the APC Governors Forum. It also comes in addition to earlier assistance provided by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and the Deputy Senate President, Barau I. Jibrin.
The state government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting victims of the disaster and restoring commercial activities at Singer Market.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Government has announced Saturday, March 1, 2026, as the commencement date for the Eid-el-Fitr break for all public and private primary and post-primary schools in the state.
KANO FOCUS reports that the announcement, contained in the approved 2025/2026 academic calendar, applies to both day and boarding schools across the state.
According to a statement issued by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Musbahu Aminu Yakasai, parents and guardians of pupils and students in boarding schools are expected to convey their wards home by the early hours of Friday, February 28, 2026.
The statement further explained that boarding school students are to resume on Sunday, March 22, 2026, while day students are to resume on Monday, March 23, 2026.
It added that the second term will continue from Sunday, March 22, 2026, and end on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
The government directed all public and private schools in the state to comply strictly with the directive, warning that non-compliance would be treated as a breach of government instructions.
The Commissioner for Education, Ali Haruna Abubakar Makoda, urged parents and guardians to ensure full compliance with the approved resumption dates.
He appreciated parents and residents of the state for their continued cooperation and support to the ministry, and wished pupils and students a successful completion of the Ramadan fast and hitch-free Sallah celebrations.
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