Gov Yusuf Pushes for Full Autonomy of 44 Local Government Councils

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has announced a bold step towards strengthening grassroots governance with his administration’s decision to back a bill granting full autonomy to all 44 local government councils in the state.

The development was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, shortly after the 31st State Executive Council meeting presided over by the governor at the Government House Annex, Kwankwasiyya City.

According to the statement, the council approved the transmission of the bill to the Kano State House of Assembly for legislative consideration.

Governor Yusuf explained that the proposed law is designed to empower local councils with both financial and administrative independence, thereby enabling them to manage their resources directly, implement projects without undue bureaucratic delays, and take decisions that reflect the priorities of their people.

“Local government autonomy is essential for good governance, accountability, and rapid development at the grassroots. This reform is a necessary step in deepening democracy in Kano State,”

He emphasized that the bill, once passed, would foster transparency, reduce duplication of responsibilities between the state and local governments, and accelerate development across the 44 councils.

Governor Yusuf further expressed confidence that members of the Kano State House of Assembly would support the bill, noting that it aligns with the overall interest and aspirations of the people.

The statement concluded that the administration’s move signals a commitment to democratizing governance and ensuring that resources directly serve the communities they are meant for.

Ladan Nasidi , Kano