Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has led the signing of a N50 billion Tri-State Energy Investment Agreement with the Governments of Katsina and Jigawa States.
According to a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the landmark deal marks a major step toward strengthening energy security and accelerating economic transformation in Northern Nigeria.
The agreement, finalized during the High-Level Electrification Summit held in Marrakech, Morocco, from 16th to 19th October 2025, will see the three states jointly establish a regional electricity market and acquire equity stakes in Future Energies Africa (FEA), the core investor in the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO).
Governor Yusuf, who initiated the collaborative framework, said the partnership is a strategic effort to achieve energy sufficiency, promote economic inclusion, and create a business-friendly environment that supports sustainable industrial growth in Kano and the entire region.
“Our goal is to make Kano the industrial heartbeat of Northern Nigeria once again.
“By investing in regional energy solutions, we are empowering businesses, creating jobs, and ensuring reliable electricity that drives prosperity across our communities,” said Yusuf.
Under the partnership, the three states will establish a N50 billion Electrification Fund to expand access to electricity through embedded generation, grid extension, mini-grids, and solar home systems.
Speaking on the development, Dr. Gaddafi Sani Shehu, Kano State Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, explained that the initiative will enhance KEDCO’s efficiency and unlock the region’s economic potential through improved power supply and management.
The deal represents a bold vision by Governor Yusuf’s administration to create a stable and sustainable energy ecosystem, positioning Kano as a regional hub for power and investment, and reaffirming his government’s commitment to good governance, innovation, and people-centered development.
