Kano governor Abba Yusuf partners with world bank and federal government to combat gully erosion in Gayawa
In a decisive effort to address severe gully erosion threatening Kano State, Governor Abba Yusuf has announced a large-scale erosion control project in partnership with the World Bank and Federal Government, aimed at restoring safety and stability to the Bulbula-Gayawa area.
Speaking at the Gayawa erosion site in Ungoggo Local Government Area, Governor Yusuf emphasized his administration’s commitment to tackling the environmental hazard, which has endangered lives and impacted nearby Nasarawa and Fagge LGAs for decades. “This visit marks a new chapter in the journey to resolve the persistent challenges burdening this community,” he stated, noting how erosion has led to tragic losses of farmland and created daily risks for children traveling to school.
The project, supported by the World Bank’s Agro-climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) program and supervised by the State Ministry of Environment, will require billions of naira to complete, underscoring the scale of the initiative. “The groundwork is complete, but the funding needed reflects the project’s magnitude,” Yusuf added.
Governor Yusuf also outlined efforts to curb illegal sand mining, which he described as a “major environmental threat,” alongside plans to restore over 21,000 hectares of degraded land and establish new woodlot plantations. He assured residents that the administration’s broader environmental strategy includes agricultural programs and skills training to promote sustainable livelihoods, pledging, “No community will be left behind.”
The visit drew gratitude from local leaders, including Village Head Malam Hamza Jibrin Nuhu, who praised Yusuf for being the first governor to visit the erosion site. “Governor Yusuf’s concern for our community is deeply appreciated,” Nuhu said, offering prayers for the administration’s success in addressing the region’s needs.
