Kano Assembly passes Economic Planning and Development Council Bill into law

Author: Hafsat BelloPublished on: August 31, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Kano Assembly passes Economic Planning and Development Council Bill into law

The Kano State House of Assembly has passed the Kano State Economic Planning and Development Council Bill 2026 into law. The session was presided over by Speaker Jibril Isma'il Falgore. The council, chaired by the state governor, will formulate programs for economic development and coordinate development activities between the state and its 44 local government areas.

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