Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has led the signing of a ₦50 billion Tri-State Energy Investment Agreement with the Governments of Katsina and Jigawa States to strengthen energy security and drive economic transformation in Northern Nigeria.
The agreement was finalized during the High-Level Electrification Summit held in Marrakech, Morocco, from October 16 to 19, 2025. Under the deal, the three states will 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).
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Governor Yusuf, who initiated the collaboration, described the partnership as a strategic step toward achieving energy sufficiency and sustainable industrial growth. “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,” he said.
According to Kano State Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Dr. Gaddafi Sani Shehu, the initiative will boost KEDCO’s efficiency and unlock new economic opportunities through improved power management.
The partnership will establish a ₦50 billion Electrification Fund to expand access to electricity through embedded generation, grid extensions, mini-grids, and solar home systems.
Observers say the deal underscores Governor Yusuf’s commitment to innovation and good governance while positioning Kano as a regional hub for sustainable energy and investment.
