By Jabiru Hassan
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening grassroots governance by supporting a bill that seeks to grant full autonomy to local government councils in the state.
The governor declared his support during the 31st Executive Council meeting held at the Government House Annex in Kwankwasiyya City, where the council approved the transmission of the bill to the State House of Assembly for legislative consideration.
Yusuf explained that the proposed law is aimed at empowering all 44 local government councils in Kano with both financial and administrative independence. He said the reform would allow councils to manage their resources directly, execute projects without delays, and make decisions tailored to the needs of their communities.
The governor stressed that local government autonomy is crucial for good governance, accountability, and accelerated development at the grassroots, describing the initiative as a necessary step in deepening democracy in the state.
He expressed confidence that members of the State House of Assembly would support the bill, noting that it reflects the collective interest of the people of Kano.
