The Kano State Government has announced plans to establish additional military bases in security-prone parts of the state following growing concerns over the infiltration of armed bandits from neighbouring states.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf disclosed the development after meeting with the Minister of Defence, saying the Federal Government had agreed to strengthen military presence in vulnerable areas of the state.
The proposed military bases are expected to cover areas considered vulnerable to bandit attacks, including Shanono, Bichi, Gwarzo, Doguwa and Tudun Wada, among others.
The move comes amid increasing security concerns in communities located close to Kano’s borders with neighbouring states, where residents have reportedly faced attacks by armed criminals, resulting in deaths, injuries and disruption of economic activities.
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Muhammad Taju Usman, disclosed the latest government resolutions after a September 5, 2026 meeting involving Governor Yusuf and the chairmen of the 44 local government councils.
Also at the meeting were the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs and the state Accountant-General.
Usman said security dominated the meeting, alongside discussions on infrastructure and human capital development.
According to him, Governor Yusuf’s meeting with the Defence Minister produced an agreement on the need for additional military bases in local government areas identified as vulnerable to security threats.
He said the proposed bases would complement existing security structures involving the Nigeria Police Force, Neighbourhood Watch and Forest Guards.
The commissioner said the initiative was aimed at improving rapid response to attacks, strengthening security coverage, protecting communities and safeguarding lives and property.
N27.8bn ICT Centres for 44 LGAs
Beyond security, the state government announced a series of development initiatives targeted at the 44 local government areas.
Usman said contracts had been awarded for the construction and provision of Computer-Based Test and Information and Communication Technology centres in all 44 LGAs.
The project, valued at N27.8 billion, is expected to improve students’ access to internet-enabled facilities for Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board examinations and other computer-based tests.
The commissioner said implementation would commence immediately.
Rural Ambulances for Every Ward
The government also resolved to provide one rural ambulance to each ward across the state as part of efforts to improve access to emergency and basic healthcare services.
According to Usman, two drivers would be employed for each ambulance, with preference given to qualified residents of the affected wards.
Solar Streetlights, EV Charging Points
The state government is also planning a pilot scheme for electric vehicle charging stations at strategic locations across the Kano metropolis.
Usman said the charging infrastructure would initially be introduced as a pilot project before possible expansion based on its performance.
He added that the installation of solar-powered streetlights across the 44 LGAs would begin immediately, following facilitation by Honourable Abba Bichi.
The project, he said, would improve public lighting, enhance security and support the state’s sustainable development efforts.
More Grassroots Appointments
The government also approved the appointment of 50 special reporters for each local government area and 35 advisers for local government chairmen.
Usman said 15 of the adviser positions would be allocated to members of the former APC structure.
He said the appointments were designed to improve grassroots communication, public engagement and administrative effectiveness.
