Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has led the signing of a N50 billion tri-state energy investment agreement with the governments of Katsina and Jigawa States to strengthen energy security and spur economic growth.
A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, said the landmark deal was sealed during the high-level electrification summit held in Marrakech, Morocco, between October 16- 19, 2025.
The agreement 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).
Bature explained that Gov. Yusuf, who initiated the framework, said the partnership aims to achieve energy sufficiency, foster economic inclusion, and create a business-friendly environment to support sustainable industrial development.
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“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,” Gov. Yusuf stated.
Under the pact, the states will float a N50 billion electrification fund to expand access to electricity through embedded generation, grid extension, mini-grids, and solar home systems.
Kano’s Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Dr. Gaddafi Shehu, said the initiative will improve KEDCO’s efficiency and unlock the region’s economic potential through enhanced power management.
The statement added that, the deal reflects Gov. Yusuf’s vision to make Kano a regional hub for power and investment while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to innovation, good governance, and people-centered development.
