Kano State Government Allocates N2.65bn for Water Infrastructure

The Kano State Government has approved a budget of N2.65 billion for the maintenance, repair, extension, and relocation of water pipelines throughout the state. This initiative aims to improve access to potable water for residents.

Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, made this announcement on Monday during a briefing about the outcomes of the State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House in Kano. The approval was granted after discussions regarding the challenges faced by the Ministry of Water Resources.

The allocated funds will address pipeline maintenance and repair issues while also extending and relocating existing networks to enhance water distribution. The council deemed this intervention essential for ensuring a consistent supply of potable water to communities.

The meeting, presided over by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, also addressed the proposed 2027 budget and the government's commitment to clearing outstanding pension liabilities estimated at N42 billion between November 2026 and April 2027.