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 during the 37th Executive Council meeting held on Thursday, January 16, 2026, at Malam Aminu Kano House, the Governor’s Lodge, Asokoro, Abuja.
Briefing journalists after the meeting, the State’s Commissioner of information and internal affairs Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya said the projects cut across several Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) and are aimed at improving service delivery, public safety and socio-economic development.
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Waiya said, a major portion of the approved funds includes ₦3.1 billion for the supply of non-ferrous aluminium sulphate (alum) for water treatment across the state for six months in 2026, under the Ministry of Water Resources. The Council also approved ₦1.7 billion for the construction of a 2-coat surface dressed road from Chiromawa to Garun Babba in Garun Malam Local Government Area.
The commissioner said, other key approvals include ₦677.5 million for the reconstruction, rehabilitation and renovation of Rogo General Hospital following a fire outbreak, ₦520 million for the procurement of a CT scan machine at Muhammad Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital, and ₦660.3 million for drainage construction and interlocking works in Ayagi-Aisami, Bakin Ruwa Ward of Dala Local Government Area.
He said, the Council also approved funds for the construction of an orphanage hostel at Nassarawa Children’s Home, renovation of GJSS Tatsawarki in Kumbotso LGA, compensation for farmlands affected by the construction of five small earth dams across selected local government areas, and the construction of Arewa Knot and multi-tiered fountains at Alfurqan and Baban Gwari roundabouts.
In addition, compensation totaling ₦251.9 million was approved for properties affected by the construction of a 5-kilometre dualised road in Bagwai Local Government Area.
On policy matters, the Executive Council expressed deep concern and dismay 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 pursued to its logical conclusion.
It further extended condolences to the family of the deceased and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to safeguarding the lives and welfare of citizens.
The 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 basic infrastructure and perimeter fencing.
Furthermore, the Executive Council approved the comprehensive enhancement of facilities at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Karaye, following persistent structural challenges at the camp, to improve the welfare, safety and general wellbeing of corps members serving in Kano State.
The State Government reiterated its commitment to prudent resource utilization and sustained investment in projects that directly impact the lives of residents.