Kano State Assembly passes bill to establish Economic Council

The Kano State House of Assembly has passed a bill to establish the Kano State Economic Council, aimed at promoting economic planning and development throughout the state. Under the new legislation, the Executive Governor will chair the council.

Membership of the council will include the Commissioners for Budget and Planning, Economic Development, Justice, and Education, along with the chairmen of the state’s 44 local government councils. Additionally, five experts with relevant professional experience will be appointed to contribute to the state’s economic advancement. The Ministry responsible for Local Government will serve as the council’s secretariat. The council is tasked with developing economic programs and coordinating activities between the state and local government areas to ensure sustainable growth.

In a separate motion, the Assembly called on the Kano State Government to integrate computer science as a core subject in primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions. Lawmakers emphasized the need for necessary equipment and facilities to support this curriculum change, noting that digital literacy is essential for sectors such as health, agriculture, and the broader economy.