Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reiterated his commitment to strengthening grassroots governance by supporting a bill that seeks to grant full autonomy to local government councils across the state.
This was disclosed in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Friday.
The governor made his position known while presiding over the 31st Executive Council meeting at the Government House Annex in Kwankwasiyya City.
During the meeting, the council approved the transmission of the bill to the State House of Assembly for legislative consideration.
Governor Yusuf explained that the proposed law is designed to empower all 44 local government councils in Kano with financial and administrative independence.
According to him, this reform would allow councils to manage their resources directly, implement projects without unnecessary delays, and make decisions that reflect the needs of their communities.
He stressed that local government autonomy was essential for good governance, accountability, and the acceleration of development at the grassroots, describing the move as a necessary step in deepening democracy in the state.
The governor expressed confidence that members of the State House of Assembly would support the bill, noting that it aligned with the overall interest of the people of Kano.