During the 28th Executive Council Meeting, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf signed two bills into law that will help the state manage its water resources and promote irrigation farming.
A Deputy Managing Director for the Water Resources Engineering and Construction Agency (WRECA) may be appointed by the state government under the Water Users Association Establishment Law, 2025, and a modification to the WRECA Law.
According to a statement issued by Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya Commissioner
Information, the Water Users Association Law authorizes the state to undertake operations, maintenance, and construction of irrigation projects.
“With the passage of this bill into law, the Kano State Government can now commence the construction of a large-scale irrigation project at Jakara Dam,” the statement read. “This project has the capacity to provide 1,500 hectares for irrigation farming.”
The Commissioner of Water Resources, Hon. Haruna Doguwa, said the law will enable access to funds for the Jakara Dam Irrigation Project.
“This law will give us access to funds amounting to sixteen billion naira (₦16 billion) for the construction of the Jakara Dam Irrigation Project,” he said. “Thousands of farmers in Minjibir, Gabasawa, Gezawa, and surrounding areas will benefit directly.”
Doguwa also stated that the government plans to open a dedicated account and deposit five billion naira (₦5 billion) to support farmers engaged in off-season farming.
“No doubt, this major irrigation project will create more wealth, generate job opportunities, and increase agricultural produce in the state,” he added.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has previously emphasized the importance of agriculture and infrastructure in his administration. The signing of these laws is part of that approach.
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