Governor Yusuf Set to Grant Full Autonomy to Local Governments in Kano State

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has thrown his weight behind a proposed bill that seeks to grant full financial and administrative autonomy to the 44 local government councils in the state.

The development was announced in a statement released on Friday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.

Governor Yusuf expressed his support while presiding over the 31st Executive Council meeting, held at the Government House Annex in Kwankwasiyya City. During the meeting, the council approved the transmission of the bill to the Kano State House of Assembly for legislative action.

According to the governor, the proposed legislation is aimed at strengthening grassroots governance by empowering local councils to manage their resources independently, implement development projects promptly, and take decisions tailored to the specific needs of their communities.

He described local government autonomy as a cornerstone of good governance, accountability, and sustainable development, particularly at the grassroots level.

“This is a necessary step in our commitment to deepen democracy and bring governance closer to the people,” Governor Yusuf stated.

He also expressed optimism that lawmakers in the State Assembly would support the bill, stressing that it reflects the aspirations and best interests of Kano residents.