By Joy Omagha Idam
The Kano State Executive Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, will officially present the proposed 2027 budget to the Kano State House of Assembly on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
Speaking at a special State Executive Council meeting on Sunday, Governor Yusuf charged cabinet members to actively scrutinize and refine the fiscal proposals for their respective ministries, departments, and agencies. He emphasized that active participation, collective responsibility, and transparency are essential to crafting a robust, inclusive budget for the state.
To lead the cabinet discussions, Governor Yusuf directed the Commissioner for Planning and Budget to coordinate the review process while each commissioner evaluates their portfolio to ensure meaningful inputs ahead of the presentation.
Reflecting on the milestones recorded under the 2026 fiscal plan, the Governor expressed optimism that the 2027 budget will build on past achievements and accelerate sustainable development across Kano State.
The meeting also served as a welcome for the newly sworn-in commissioners. Governor Yusuf assured the new appointees of the administration’s full support and called on existing cabinet members to foster strong teamwork to enhance service delivery.
Closing the session, Governor Yusuf thanked members of the press for their objective coverage and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fulfilling its development goals for the people of Kano.
By Joy Omagha Idam
(Adapted from a press statement signed by Mustapha Muhammad, Chief Press Secretary to the Kano State Governor)