Sanusi hails Yusuf’s 30% education budget for Kano

The Emir of Kano, Khalifa Dr Muhammadu Sanusi II

Monarch urges relocation of Rano market
Emir of Kano, Dr Muhammadu Sanusi II, has applauded the commitment of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to quality teaching and learning, which accounted for the 30 per cent allocation in the 2026 budget to education.

Besides, the monarch, who emphasised the significance of girl-child education in Northern Nigeria, cautioned parents and husbands from frustrating women from accessing quality education.
 
The former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor spoke yesterday when he paid a traditional homage (Hauwa Nasarawa) to Government House as part of activities marking the Eid-el-Fitr celebration in Kano.

On his part, Governor Yusuf urged residents to prioritise peaceful coexistence for the overall development of the state. 

Represented by the Speaker, Kano State House of Assembly, Ismail Jibrin Falgore, the governor said his administration remains committed to strengthening human development and improving the well-being of the citizens.

Meanwhile, the Emir of Rano, Muhammad Autan Bawo, has urged the Rano Local Council to provide an alternative trading location for vendors operating around Rano General Hospital.
 
This became necessary due to the increasing cases of road congestion and frequent accidents in the area
 
The monarch made the call during his traditional Sallah homage to the council secretariat.
 
The Emir noted that residents and commuters have raised concerns over recurring accidents linked to roadside trading.
 
He stressed the need for urgent action, recommending the allocation of a designated market space to improve safety and traffic flow.
 
The monarch also commended Governor Yusuf for supporting emirate councils across Kano State through various developmental projects.

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