Ex-Councillors in Kano Get Long-Awaited Entitlements
The Kano State Government has begun paying over ₦16 billion in outstanding gratuities and allowances to former councillors and current political office holders across the 44 local government councils in the state.
The payments cover gratuity, accommodation, leave/recess, housing, and furniture allowances applicable to councillors who served between 2014 and 2024, as well as current elected and appointed officials.
At a ceremony in Kano on Wednesday, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf said the payments were based on fairness.
“The payment of gratuities to the former APC councillors is not a privilege but a right and a show of appreciation for their service to the state,” the Governor said. “This moment is not merely ceremonial; it symbolises our administration’s unwavering commitment to upholding dignity, fairness, and accountability in public service.”
He added that members of the State Executive Council supported the decision regardless of the political backgrounds of the beneficiaries.
“It is not right to deny people their rights, especially after serving their people diligently,” he said, referencing the past administration’s refusal to pay the councillors. “We can’t toe that line.”
The beneficiaries are from 484 wards in the 44 local government areas. They include councillors, vice chairmen, chairmen, supervisory councillors, and special advisers who completed their terms without receiving their entitlements.
The disbursement will be made in three tranches:
– Tranche A (2014–2017): 903 beneficiaries – ₦1.8 billion
– Tranche B (2018–2020): 1,198 beneficiaries – ₦5.6 billion (to be paid between May and July 2025)
– Tranche C (2021–2024): 1,371 beneficiaries – ₦8.2 billion (to be paid between August and November 2025)
An additional ₦1.27 billion is currently being disbursed for housing and furniture allowances for current local government political office holders.
“These payments are more than just financial transactions. They are an expression of our values — that service must be respected, commitments must be honoured, and leadership must be accountable,” the Governor said.
He acknowledged the roles played by verification teams, finance officers, oversight committees, and administrative coordinators in the process.
“Let us work together to build a more prosperous and inclusive Kano State. With pride in our collective effort and confidence in our shared future, I hereby launch the first phase of these payments.”
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