By RismadarVoice Media
January 2, 2026
The Kano State Executive Council has approved the Kano State Public–Private Partnership (PPP), Policy and PPP manual for investment and infrastructure development in the state.
In a statement by Aminu Sanbauna, spokesman of the Kano State Investment and Promotion Agency, Kan-Invest on Thursday, gave the approval is for immediate implementation.
He said the newly approved policy would provide a comprehensive roadmap for the identification, structuring, procurement, implementation, and management of PPP projects across the state.
According to Mr. Sanbauna, under the policy framework, the Kan-Invest would serve as the central coordinating institution, ensuring institutional clarity, effective collaboration, and strict adherence to global best practices
He explained that the approval represents a significant milestone in the state’s investment and economic development agenda.
It sends a strong, reassuring signal to both local and international investors that Kano State is open, ready, fully prepared to do business within a clear, transparent, and predictable Public–Private Partnership framework.
The PPP framework is designed to reduce investment risks, enhance transparency, strengthen accountability, and build investor confidence through consistency in project delivery.
“It aligns squarely with the Governor’s vision of leveraging private sector participation to bridge Kano State’s infrastructure gap, stimulate economic activities, and drive sustainable development,” Mr Sanbauna explained.
Commending the approval, the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of Kan-Invest, Muhammad Nazir Halliru, described the decision as “bold, strategic, and timely,” noting that it clearly demonstrates the commitment of His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, towards creating an enabling environment for investment, accelerating infrastructure delivery, and positioning Kano State as a preferred destination for both local and foreign investors.
He further applauded the Governor’s leadership and unwavering support for institutional reforms that promote transparency, accountability, and inclusive economic growth,.
He stressed that the PPP framework would unlock private sector capital, generate employment opportunities, deliver sustainable development outcomes for the people of the state.
