The Kano State Executive Council has approved a comprehensive Climate Change Policy Framework to address environmental degradation and climate change in the state.
This is contained in a statement by Mr. Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, the spokesperson to the state Governor on Friday, January 31, 2025, in Kano, the state capital.
Dawakin-Tofa said the policy was aimed at protecting public health, reducing emissions and fostering sustainable economic growth.
He said the policy, presented by Dr. Dahiru Hashim, Commissioner for Environmental and Climate Change, targeted key sectors of Agriculture, Energy, Health, Transport, Education, and Urban Development.
Hashim emphasised the policy’s focus on local solutions, global partnerships and access to climate funds.
“This policy responds to daily climate challenges and aligns with global best practices,” he said.
He said the policy focused on reducing emissions through renewable energy, protecting vulnerable communities, promoting public participation, and ensuring gender-inclusive climate actions.
The commissioner said Gov. Yusuf described the policy as central to his administration’s agenda for economic resilience and inclusive growth.
It would also enable the state to attract international support and funding, strengthening its role as a regional leader in climate action.
Hashim highlighted the policy’s role as a roadmap for a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy, saying, “It will guide us in creating a sustainable future.”
In a related development, government has extended the deadline for the ongoing recertification of Certificates of Occupancy (C-of-O) by 60 days.
The new deadline is now April 1 as against the earlier Jan. 31.
This is contained in a statement by the Commissioner for Lands and Physical Planning, Alhaji Abubakar Abdulzabal, on Friday in Kano.
“The government acknowledged concerns regarding the initial time frame and opted to extend the deadline to provide ample opportunity for property owners to complete the process.
The commissioner said that failure to recertify ownership documents may result in the forfeiture of property rights under existing regulations.
The recertification process is being conducted at the Kano State Geographic Information System (KANGIS) office.
“Property owners are advised to comply within the new time frame to avoid legal consequences,” he said.
By Aminu Garko