The Kano State Government has inaugurated an 11-member special taskforce committee to address the growing cases of illegal structures and building violations across the state.
Speaking during the inauguration ceremony, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Farouk Ibrahim, said Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf was concerned over the increasing number of buildings erected without approval or in violation of approved building plans, particularly within Kano metropolis.
The SSG explained that the present administration had invested heavily in urban renewal projects, including road construction, drainage systems and environmental beautification initiatives aimed at transforming the state capital.
According to him, residents and visitors can already witness the ongoing transformation under Governor Yusuf’s administration, stressing that the government remains committed to restoring order and ensuring proper urban planning across the state.
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Umar Farouk Ibrahim urged members of the committee to carry out their responsibilities with fairness, sincerity and integrity, noting that they were carefully selected based on competence and credibility.
He further stated that the government was determined to protect Kano’s master plan and promote sustainable development for future generations.
The committee is chaired by the Director-General of the Kano Geographic Information System, Dr. Dalhatu Aliyu Sani, while Mustapha Ibrahim Fagge will serve as Secretary and Yusuf Yakubu Ismail as Co-Secretary.
Other members of the committee include Alhaji Dayyabu Zubairu Gano, Barrister Ahmad Sunusi, Umar Musa Umar, Abubakar Usman (AU), Dr. Zainab Ibrahim Jibril, Sunusi Abdullahi Kofar Naisa, Muzammil Ibrahim Yakasai and Bello Zakari.
According to the terms of reference, the taskforce is expected to identify illegal structures within Kano metropolis, particularly across Nassarawa, Fagge, Tarauni and Kumbotso Local Government Areas.
The committee will also review building approvals issued within the last two years and halt developments found to be in violation of approved building plans.
Speaking on behalf of the committee, Dr. Dalhatu Aliyu Sani thanked the Kano State Government for the confidence reposed in the members and assured that the taskforce would discharge its duties diligently and professionally.