Politics
Kano Govt. approves N51bn for capital projects
Credit: NAN
The Kano State Executive Council has approved the sum of N51.5 billion for critical infrastructure and public service delivery projects across the state.
The Media Aide to the Governor, Sunusi Dawakin Tofa, in a statement in Kano on Tuesday, indicated that the 27th Executive Council approved the release of N5.4 billion for the rehabilitation and asphalt overlay of roads stretching from Mumbayya House to Tal’udu Junction, Gadon Kaya, Yahaya Gusau Road, and Sharada Road.
Another N3.4 billion was earmarked for the provision of wireless solar-powered traffic lights across Kano metropolitan under the Urban Renewal Programme.
It also stated that additional funds were approved for the construction of Miller Road to Mission Road and the renovation of key public facilities, including the Kano Educational Resources Department and the Governor’s Lodge in Kaduna.
It further stated that the Council also approved N1.46 billion for the upgrading and modernisation of the State’s Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy located in Sharada Phase I Industrial Layout.
“These approvals underscore the administration’s commitment to sustainable urban development and improved public service delivery,” the statement said.
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