In line with its policy thrust, Kano state government has commenced demolition of Illegal structures erected within some identified public places.
It may be recalled that the state Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf in his campaign promises, assured commitment to restoring the glory of the state through reclaiming all encroached public land that were used to erect illegal structures by private individuals or groups.
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A statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sanusi Batrure Dawakin Tofa, revealed.
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Governor Yusuf said the structures erected on lands belongs to schools, mosque, play grounds, graveyards, markets and hospitals are to be demolished to ensure strict adherence on the urban planning, beautification and safety of people.
“These places are meant for public utilization, it is therefore, disheartening to witness the incessant destruction and conversion of public places that are used to render social services by unpatriotic citizens. We shall bring an end to land grabbing and indiscriminate erection of illegal structures in the state.
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“In the early hours of Saturday, the directive has been implemented at Race Course playground as all Illegal structures were demolished to reclaim the encroached land.
“We call on the residents of Kano to excise patience as the present administration is committed to ensuring a prosperous Kano., the statement concluded.
