Kano to pursue ‘what is due’ under Federal character — SSG
Kola Oyelere Kano
Kano State Government has pledged to pursue all opportunities and benefits legitimately due to the state under the Federal Character principle, following the submission of a comprehensive report on the state’s application and compliance with the policy.
The report of the Technical Committee on Federal Character Application and Compliance, contained in a booklet dated August 2026, was formally presented to the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Faruk Ibrahim, on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
The committee, chaired by former Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Dr. Danyaro Ali Yakasai, was inaugurated by the state government to assess Kano’s participation, representation and compliance with the Federal Character principle.
Receiving the report, the SSG commended Yakasai and members of the committee for what he described as their painstaking, thorough and selfless service to the state.
Umar Faruk said the report would serve as an important resource in the government’s efforts to secure Kano’s rightful share of federal appointments, recruitments and other opportunities provided under the Federal Character framework.
He assured that the administration would act on the committee’s findings and recommendations, stressing that “what is due to Kano State shall be earnestly pursued and fully utilized.”
According to him, the report goes beyond the compilation of figures and records, describing it as an evidence-based foundation for engaging relevant federal institutions and pursuing legitimate opportunities for Kano citizens.
The SSG noted that effective participation in Nigeria’s federal structure requires not only qualified citizens but also deliberate mechanisms for monitoring opportunities, representation and compliance with provisions governing equitable participation.
Earlier, the committee chairman, Dr. Danyaro Yakasai, expressed appreciation to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for entrusting the committee with the assignment.
Yakasai said the report was the product of collective efforts by committee members and stakeholders who provided information and support throughout the exercise.
He assured the state government that members of the committee remained available to provide their expertise whenever required.
The submission of the report marks the transition from the committee’s investigative and analytical work to the implementation stage, providing the government with documented evidence to identify gaps in representation and engage relevant federal authorities.
The state government is expected to study the report and take appropriate steps to translate its recommendations into concrete actions aimed at securing greater federal opportunities for Kano State and its citizens.