The Kano State Ministry for Public Procurement, Project Monitoring and Evaluation (MPPPME) has conducted a comprehensive re-inspection of the ongoing renovation and rehabilitation of 13 Skills Acquisition and Training Institutes across the state, reaffirming the government’s commitment to revitalising technical and vocational education under the leadership of His Excellency, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf.
The inspection exercise, carried out on Thursday, July 9, 2026, covered projects with a cumulative contract value of approximately ₦2.3 billion, aimed at restoring critical infrastructure and creating a conducive environment for skills development, youth empowerment, and employment generation.
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Addressing journalists shortly after the one-day monitoring exercise, the Honorable Commissioner for Public Procurement, Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Comrade Nura Ma’aji Sumaila, explained that the re-inspection was designed to independently assess the quality and progress of the renovation works, evaluate the operational readiness of the institutions, and identify priority areas requiring further government intervention.
According to the Commissioner, the exercise reflects Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s unwavering commitment to rebuilding public institutions and strengthening vocational education as a strategic tool for economic growth and human capital development.
“Our responsibility is not only to monitor ongoing projects but also to evaluate whether government investments are translating into functional institutions that will effectively serve the people of Kano State. We are assessing the quality of work, the condition of facilities, operational capacity, and the immediate needs of each institute so that government can make informed decisions,” Comrade Sumaila stated.
The institutions inspected during the exercise include:
Kano Film Institute, Tiga
Kano Livestock Institute, Bagauda
Kano Horticultural Institute, Bagauda
Kano Fisheries Institute, Bagauda
Kadawa Farm Mechanization Institute
Kano Informatics Institute, Kura
Kano Sports Institute, Karfi
Kano Driving Institute, Kumbotso
Reformatory Institute, Kiru
Journalism Development Institute, Hotoro
Security Institute, Gabasawa
Kano Hospitality Institute, Rumfa College
Tukui Poultry Institute and the Artisanal Fishery Institute, Magaga
To ensure a comprehensive assessment, the Ministry constituted three separate inspection teams, each led by senior management officials, to simultaneously visit the various institutions across the state.
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During the inspection, the teams carefully examined the physical condition of buildings and supporting infrastructure, utilization of classrooms, workshops, laboratories and practical training facilities, environmental sanitation, maintenance culture, availability and functionality of water and electricity supply, operational status of each institute, security of government assets, and other factors affecting effective service delivery.
The teams also interacted extensively with management and staff of the institutions to obtain firsthand information on operational challenges, infrastructure deficits, equipment needs, and other constraints limiting their performance.
As part of the exercise, each institution was directed to give a prioritized list of its most urgent needs.
The Commissioner explained that the submissions would enable the State Government to implement interventions based on immediate priorities while ensuring prudent utilization of public resources.
Comrade Nura Ma’aji Sumaila disclosed that the findings from the inspection would be compiled into a comprehensive technical report containing observations, recommendations, and proposed interventions.
He added that the report would be submitted to His Excellency, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, Executive Governor of Kano State, to support informed policy decisions and accelerate the full revival of the state’s Skills Acquisition and Training Institutes.
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The Commissioner reaffirmed that the Ministry will continue to intensify project monitoring, quality assurance, and post-construction evaluation to ensure that every government investment delivers value for money and meets the developmental aspirations of the people of Kano State.
The renewed inspection underscores the Kano State Government’s determination to transform vocational and technical education into a strong platform for youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, industrial development, and sustainable economic growth.
