Kano State Government Inaugurates Committee on Solid Mineral Resources
The Kano State Government has inaugurated a committee to investigate and recommend ways to develop abandoned solid mineral resources and determine how best to utilize them across the state.
The inauguration took place on Monday in Kano and was performed by the Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo. He explained that the decision followed a State Executive Council meeting and reflects the administration’s commitment to reviving untapped natural resources.
In a statement signed by the Deputy Governor’s Spokesperson, Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, it was disclosed that the committee comprises 16 members. It is chaired by the Deputy Governor, while the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Solid Minerals, Engineer Mansur Yakubu, will serve as Secretary.
Other members of the committee include Hon. Hamza Safiyanu, AVM Halliru Labaran, Alhaji Aminu Abba Ibrahim, Rt. Hon. Balarabe Saidu Gani, Prof. Ibrahim Garba, Prof. Idris Muslim, Alhaji Saidu Dutse, Alhaji Salisu Warure, Nasir Umar Abubakar, Muhammad Adamu Riruwai, Alhaji Nasiru Inuwa Wada (Magajin Gari), Ibrahim Muhammad Madobi, and Munir Miko Jos.
The Deputy Governor stressed that it is time for the government to adopt an informed policy on how best to explore and utilize the state’s natural resources.
“Our expectations are very high, looking at the calibre and pedigree of the members selected. With this team, the sky will be our limit in developing Kano’s solid mineral sector,” he said.
He further noted that although Kano is richly endowed with solid minerals, many have remained underutilized for years due to neglect.
“The committee has been given two weeks to submit its report to the government,” Comrade Gwarzo added.
The Deputy Governor assured that the members will carry out their assignment diligently.