Kano governor cancels illegal land allocations at Northwest University
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has revoked all illegal land allocations and encroachments on the property of Northwest University, Kano. The announcement came during a meeting where the university’s first female Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Amina Bayero, was formally presented to the state government. The governor also directed that all outstanding academic allowances owed to staff be paid before the end of December 2025. The move aims to protect the university’s assets and support its continued academic growth.
What we know
- Abba Yusuf ordered the cancellation of all illegal land allocations and encroachments at Northwest University.
- The directive was issued during the 35th State Executive Council meeting on June 5, 2025.
- Prof. Amina Bayero was introduced as the university’s first female Vice-Chancellor after a rigorous selection process.
- The governor instructed that all outstanding academic allowances for staff be settled by the end of December 2025.
- University leadership pledged to focus on strengthening academic standards and institutional growth.
