The administration of Governor Abba Kabiru Yusuf of Kano State has begun reviewing its existing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) policy document, in a bid to attract both local and foreign investors to the state.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Kano Investment Promotion Agency (KANINVEST), the review also aims to mobilise private sector funding to enhance infrastructure and drive economic development across the state.
KANINVEST stated that the policy review is in alignment with the administration’s commitment to accelerate the development of untapped resources through viable partnerships with interested local and foreign investors.
Usman Bala Mohammed, Chairman of the PPP Policy Review Committee and Special Adviser to the Governor on State Affairs, confirmed the development during the opening session of a three-day PPP Policy and Manual Review Workshop held in Zaria, Kaduna State.
He said the reviewed manual, produced by a team of consultants, would help build confidence among citizens and prospective investors by ensuring transparency and competitiveness in future PPP engagements.
“The review became necessary to resolve issues encountered in past PPP agreements and to establish a more sustainable framework that guarantees mutual benefits for both the government and investors,” Mohammed added.
He urged participants to work diligently and contribute meaningfully to the development of a strategic document aimed at achieving lasting economic prosperity for the people of Kano State.
In his remarks, Muhammad Nazir Halliru, director-general of KANINVEST, described the PPP model as one of the most dependable sources of alternative funding for infrastructure development, reaffirming the state’s commitment to producing a policy and manual that meet international standards.
“The revised policy will help dispel fears and build trust among both the public and potential investors, creating an enabling environment for sustainable investment,” Halliru said.
Salisu Kabo Muhammad, member of the Kano State House of Assembly, who represented the legislature at the workshop, commended the initiative and said lawmakers fully support efforts to develop a robust PPP framework capable of driving economic and social progress across the state.
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Auwalu Hamza, representative of Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE), said he was confident the workshop would produce a viable and forward-looking document capable of transforming PPP investment in the state.
Similarly, Nufi Barnabas, the lead consultant, commended the state government’s commitment and noted that his team had worked tirelessly to deliver a comprehensive policy framework that aligns with international best practices.
In his closing remarks, Halliru thanked participants, partners, and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for their support, expressing optimism that the reviewed policy would serve as a cornerstone for economic growth and sustainable development in Kano.
