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The Kano State Government has approved over ₦9.8 billion for the execution of various road, flood control, and renovation projects across the state.
The approval was made during the 33rd meeting of the State Executive Council, chaired by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
Speaking while briefing journalists on the outcome of the meeting, the State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Waiya, said the projects were part of the government’s effort to improve infrastructure and the living conditions of residents.
Among the approved projects, Wayya said, is the installation of solar-powered streetlights at Kwankwasiyya City, which will cost ₦339,644,836.05, and the construction of hydraulic structures along the Kwanar Durba–Fammar–Konau–Kure Road in Kibiya Local Government Area (Phase II) at ₦207,174,230.95.
He also disclosed that ₦277,452,289.48 was approved for renovation and construction works at the Audu Bako Secretariat (Phase II), while ₦393,334,675.71 was set aside for general renovation works at the State Ministry of Works.
Similarly, the commissioner said the council approved ₦219,951,530.82 for the construction of a dwarf fence and entrance gate at a plot adjacent to Gidan Fiat, Naibawa, Zaria Road, and ₦2,633,028,973.31 for the construction of the Dambatta–Gwarabjawa Road in Dambatta Local Government Area.
According to him, ₦810,824,310.98 was also approved for the installation of road studs on selected roads within Kano Metropolis, while ₦388,517,336.52 was earmarked for flood control works at Baban Gwari Roundabout along Katsina Road.
“Additionally, the sum of ₦185,430,198.66 was approved for maintenance works along Karaye–Rogo Road (Damagari Phase II), and ₦2,471,436,590.12 for the supply and installation of 4-way intersection traffic lights across major roads in Kano State,” Waiya said.
He added that ₦135,324,750.00 was approved for the supply and installation of all-in-one solar-powered streetlights at Ado Bayero Square, New Road, Sabon Gari, and surrounding areas.
Waiya further revealed that the total approvals by the council amounted to over ₦19 billion, covering projects in various sectors including Works and Infrastructure, Education, Health, Water Resources, and Renewable Energy.
“This government remains focused on transparency, accountability, and improving the quality of life for the people of Kano State,” the commissioner stated.
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