Infiltration Of Bandit’s: More Military Bases In Kano 44 LGS Coming Soon, Governor Yusuf
From Muhammad Kabir, Kano
Following recent infiltration of Armed Bandits into some Kano State Local Government areas, the State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has said that the Federal Government have agreed to creates more Military Bases around some key Local Governments to protect lives and Properties.
Speaking the State Commissioner for Local Governments, Alhaji Muhammad Taju Usman, said after a meeting that was held on 5 September 2026 between the Governor and the 44 Local Government Council Chairmen, the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, and the accountant-General of Kano State, they agreed that urgently the new military bases are seriously needed.
He said, “after extensive deliberations on matters relating to security, infrastructure, and human capital development across the State, the meeting resolved for the Strengthening of Security Architecture in the State”
The Commissioner hints that already Governor Yusuf, and the Minister of Defense have met and resolved that, in addition to the existing security architecture in the State, comprising the Nigeria Police Force and the Neighbourhood Watch, Forest Guards and additional military bases shall be established in Local Government Areas identified as being prone to security challenges.
He added that the initiative is intended to strengthen security, improve rapid response to threats, protect communities, and enhance the safety of lives and property across the affected Local Government Areas.
Similarly he said the Governor’s meeting with the Local Governments Chairmen and others they also resolved that the contracts for the establishment and provision of Computer-Based Test (CBT) and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Centres in each of the 44 Local Government Areas have been awarded, and work shall commence immediately.
He said the aimed of the ICT and the CTB at the 44 Local Governments which contracts would consume N27.8 Billion is to allowed Students taking JAMBs and other Examination having access to Internet without hitches.
“It was resolved that one rural ambulance shall be provided to each ward across the State to improve access to emergency and basic healthcare services, furthermore, two drivers shall be employed for each ambulance, with preference given to qualified persons from the respective wards.
“It was resolved that electric vehicle charging points shall be established at strategic locations within the Kano State capital as a pilot initiative, with the programme to be expanded as necessary.”
The Commissioner also explained that it was resolved that, following the facilitation by Honourable Abba Bichi, the installation of solar-powered streetlights in each of the 44 Local Government Areas shall commence immediately, adding that the initiative is aimed at improving public lighting, enhancing security, and supporting sustainable development across the State.
Governor Yusuf also agreed that 50 Special Reporters shall be appointed for each Local Government Area, alongside 35 advisers for the Local Government Chairmen, with 15 positions allocated to members of the former APC structure, as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots engagement, communication, and effective administration.
On Women Empowerment Programme, it was further resolved that the new and improved monthly women empowerment programme shall continue immediately, with the aim of promoting economic empowerment, self-reliance, and improved livelihoods for women across the State.
The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of the Kano State Government and the 44 Local Government Councils to strengthening security, infrastructure, human capital development, grassroots governance, and the overall welfare of the people of Kano State.
“All relevant Ministries, Departments, Agencies, Local Government Councils, and other stakeholders were urged to ensure the immediate and effective implementation of the resolutions contained herein.”
