Residents Commend Kano Assembly for Passing Social Protection Agency Bill

Residents of Kano State have lauded the State House of Assembly for passing the much-anticipated Social Protection Agency Bill.

The passage of the bill paves way for the establishment of an agency that will provide assistance to the most vulnerable groups in the state.

The bill, which aims to establish a dedicated agency for social welfare programs, received widespread support from residents who believe it would significantly improve the living standards of vulnerable groups in the state.

A community leader in Sauna Kawaji of Nasarawa Local Government, Malam Muhammadu Abdu, lauded the move as a step in the right direction.

“This bill will ensure that the most vulnerable among us, including the elderly, children, and persons with disabilities, receive much-needed support,” Abdu said.

Similarly, Farida Halilu, civil society activist, described the bill as a historic development that would positively impact poverty reduction efforts in the state.

“The agency when established will create targeted programmes that address the specific needs of disadvantaged groups,” she said.

A policy expert, Dr Sadi Aminullah commended the assembly’s commitment to enhancing social services.

He said that the Bill, when signed into Law, would go a long way in addressing the needs of marginalized groups such as the elderly, children, and people with disabilities.

“It is a much-needed initiative that will also help streamline the delivery of welfare programmes,” he said.

An activist, Aisha Dauda also expressed delight, noting that the bill addresses key concerns such as transparency in the allocation of welfare resources.

“This is a positive development for the people of Kano, and we hope it will serve as a model for other states to follow,” she said.

The Kano State Assembly passed the Social Protection Agency Bill, 2025 on Tuesday after years of advocacy by UNICEF and other civil society groups who consistently urged the state government to strengthen its social protection policies.

Speaking on the bill, the Assembly Majority Leader,  Lawan Hussaini clarified that, once assented to, the social protection agency would be led by a Director-General with expertise in social services.

Hussaini said that It would also have a board of trustees, consisting of representatives from various ministries and partner organizations.

He emphasized that the agency’s establishment was expected to positively impact the lives of Kano State residents.

NAN