In a bid to accelerate rural development, the Kano State Governor in North West Nigeria, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has announced a competitive development initiative among Local Government Chairmen to accelerate grassroots projects across the state.
The Governor, who made this known during the Hawan Nasarawa Sallah celebrations at the Government House, emphasized his administration’s commitment to rural transformation, adding that local government leaders must take an active role in driving development.
“We have introduced a competition where every Local Government Chairman must present and execute development projects within a stipulated timeframe. Once a chairman submits a viable project, funds will be released immediately. Those who deliver on time will be allowed to take on multiple projects.”
He also warned underperforming chairmen to wake up to their responsibilities stressing that, his administration will not tolerate delays in project execution.
Governor Yusuf made these remarks as Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II urged the state government to provide more financial support to local governments.
In response, the Governor affirmed that his administration is already prioritizing rural development and is ready to support well-planned projects.
A press statement by the Governor’s spokesperson Sanusi Bature said, the initiative aims to foster healthy competition among Local Government Chairmen, ensuring efficient service delivery and impactful development across Kano State.
Emir Lauds Governor
Meanwhile, the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has lauded Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his administration’s unwavering commitment to education, healthcare, agriculture, and security, describing his efforts as transformative and impactful.
The emir gave the commendations when he led members of the Kano Emirate Council on the traditional Sallah homage to the governor at the Government House, Kano.
“We have come to pay our Sallah homage and to commend you for the outstanding work you are doing, especially in education and agriculture. Your commitment to subsidizing modern farming implements has greatly supported our farmers, and your investment in education is shaping the future of our youth.”
He expressed gratitude for witnessing another Sallah celebration and extended his appreciation to the Kano State House of Assembly for their commitment to restoring order and stability within the Emirate Council.
Emir Sanusi also urged local government chairmen to emulate the governor’s leadership by actively engaging in developmental projects and being accountable to the people.
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