The Kano State Executive Council has approved a total of ₦8.53 billion for the execution of critical infrastructure, health, education, water supply and social welfare projects across the state.
The approvals were granted at the Council’s 37th meeting held on Thursday, January 16, 2026, at Malam Aminu Kano House, the Governor’s Lodge, Asokoro, Abuja.
Briefing journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, said the approved projects cut across several Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) and are designed to enhance service delivery, public safety and socio-economic development in the state.
According to him, a significant portion of the funds includes ₦3.1 billion approved for the supply of non-ferrous aluminium sulphate (alum) for water treatment across the state for a six-month period in 2026, under the Ministry of Water Resources.
The Council also approved ₦1.7 billion for the construction of a two-coat surface-dressed road from Chiromawa to Garun Babba in Garun Malam Local Government Area.
Waiya further disclosed that ₦677.5 million was approved for the reconstruction, rehabilitation and renovation of Rogo General Hospital following a recent fire outbreak, while ₦520 million was earmarked for the procurement of a CT scan machine for the Muhammad Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital.
In addition, ₦660.3 million was approved for drainage construction and interlocking works in Ayagi-Aisami, Bakin Ruwa Ward of Dala Local Government Area.
Other approvals, he said, include the construction of an orphanage hostel at Nassarawa Children’s Home, the renovation of Government Junior Secondary School (GJSS) Tatsawarki in Kumbotso Local Government Area and compensation for farmlands affected by the construction of five small earth dams across selected local government areas.
The Council also approved the construction of the Arewa Knot and multi-tiered fountains at the Alfurqan and Baban Gwari roundabouts.
Additionally, compensation totaling ₦251.9 million was approved for properties affected by the construction of a five-kilometre dualised road in Bagwai Local Government Area.
On policy matters, the Executive Council expressed deep concern over the death of a female patient at the Abubakar Imam Urology Centre, where a pair of scissors was reportedly left in her abdomen during surgery.
The Council condemned the incident, describing it as a grave act of negligence, and assured the public that the ongoing investigation would be thoroughly pursued.
The Council extended its condolences to the family of the deceased and reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to safeguarding the lives and welfare of its citizens.
The Executive Council also acknowledged the strategic importance of the Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline Project and approved the phased development of the AKK Industrial Layout in Tamburawa, with Phase I focusing on the provision of basic infrastructure and perimeter fencing.
Furthermore, the Council approved the comprehensive upgrade of facilities at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp in Karaye, aimed at addressing persistent structural challenges and improving the welfare, safety and general wellbeing of corps members serving in Kano State.
The state government reiterated its commitment to prudent resource management and sustained investment in projects that have direct and lasting impact on the lives of residents.
