# Economic development in Kano, Nigeria

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/economic-development-in-kano-nigeria
> Updated: 2026-08-24T02:18:53.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Economic development initiatives in Kano, Nigeria, have focused on large-scale commercial and industrial infrastructure. In July 2026, the Hajaj-ZOEC Digital Market was inaugurated in Tudun Wada. This public-private partnership project, built on the former Luxury Bus Park site, is designed to be the largest dedicated electronics market in West Africa, with officials projecting N50bn in annual revenue and the creation of 100,000 jobs.

Concurrently, the Kano Free Trade Zone has reported significant economic growth. Between January and August 2026, the zone generated over ₦36 billion in customs revenue and created between 3,000 and 5,000 direct jobs. This represents an increase from the ₦24 billion recorded in 2025. The zone currently hosts 87 operational enterprises focused on manufacturing, processing, and trading, while facilitating technology transfer and foreign direct investment.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Kano Free Trade Zone generates ₦36bn in revenue and 5,000 jobs

The Kano Free Trade Zone generated over ₦36 billion in customs revenue and created up to 5,000 jobs between January and August 2026, driven by increased manufacturing and foreign investment.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kano-free-trade-zone-generates-36bn-in-revenue-and-5000-jobs

### 2026-07-28: Kano's Hajaj‑ZOEC Digital Market opens, targeting N50bn revenue and 100,000 jobs

Kano’s new Hajaj‑ZOEC Digital Market, a PPP costing N25‑30 bn, aims for N50 bn yearly revenue and over 100 000 jobs, featuring 1 500 shops and attracting Chinese and Egyptian investors.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kanos-hajajzoec-digital-market-opens-targeting-n50bn-revenue-and-100000-jobs

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