The Kano State Executive Council has approved projects worth over ₦8.2 billion to boost education, strengthen water supply, and enhance energy efficiency across the state.

The approvals were announced in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, who said the decisions were reached during the council’s 33rd meeting presided over by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

According to Bature, more than ₦4.9 billion was allocated to the education sector for key interventions aimed at improving infrastructure, enhancing learning standards, and expanding access to quality education.

The projects include the second phase of renovation works at Government Technical College, Ungogo; payment of outstanding debts owed to boarding school feeding suppliers; and production of instructional materials through the Kano Printing Press. Others include the completion and furnishing of the e-library at the Kano State College of Education and Preliminary Studies, and funding for accreditation exercises at Kano State Polytechnic.

The council also approved the procurement of office furniture and fittings for Northwest University, Kano, to support academic and administrative activities.

“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 related development, the council approved ₦3.3 billion for water supply and energy projects designed to improve access to clean and safe water across urban and rural communities.

The breakdown includes the construction of a modern water treatment plant at Taliwaiwai in Rano Local Government Area and payment of electricity and fuel bills owed by the State Water Board to ensure continuous operation.

Part of the funds will also go toward settling liabilities owed to the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), purchasing diesel and petrol for water treatment plants, and maintaining water supply infrastructure.

According to the statement, these interventions will help ensure steady water supply, improve energy efficiency, and promote better living standards for residents.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritising projects that directly improve citizens’ welfare and drive infrastructural development across the state.

Earlier in August 2025, the state government had approved contracts worth over ₦40.8 billion for the construction and rehabilitation of 17 township roads across several local government areas, including Gwale, Nasarawa, Kumbotso, Fagge, Kano Municipal, Tarauni, Dala, and Ungogo.