About the Ministry
Learn about our mandate, leadership, values, and commitment to building world-class infrastructure for the people of Kano State.
Building Kano Since 1967
The Kano State Ministry of Works was established in 1967 following the creation of Kano State, initially known as the Ministry of Works, Housing & Transport. Over the decades the ministry's mandate evolved to focus specifically on works and infrastructure, serving as one of the oldest and most critical arms of the state government.
Over five decades of operation, the Ministry has delivered thousands of kilometers of roads, dozens of bridges, and critical public infrastructure that form the backbone of Kano State's economy and daily life.
Today, the Ministry operates through 8 specialized departments, each responsible for a distinct aspect of infrastructure delivery — from civil engineering and architecture to procurement, finance, and human resources.
Ministry at a Glance
Vision & Mission
To be the foremost infrastructure delivery institution in Nigeria — building a Kano State where every citizen has access to world-class roads, bridges, and public utilities.
To plan, execute, and maintain quality physical infrastructure across Kano State through transparent governance, skilled human capital, and innovative engineering solutions — improving the quality of life for all residents.
A Message from the Honorable Commissioner
It is my honor to welcome you to the official digital portal of the Kano State Ministry of Works. This platform represents our commitment to transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement in all our infrastructure activities.
Under the visionary leadership of His Excellency the Executive Governor, we are executing an ambitious infrastructure agenda that will transform road networks, public buildings, and civic facilities across all 44 Local Government Areas.
I invite every citizen of Kano State to engage with this portal, track our projects, and hold us accountable to the highest standards of public service delivery.
Engr. Marwan Ahmad Aminu
Honorable Commissioner
Ministry of Works, Kano State Government
Hands-On Governance, Ministry-Wide Execution
His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf brings a direct, engineering-led approach to public works oversight. The Ministry of Works aligns its project delivery with this hands-on standard — from site inspections to final commissioning — ensuring that infrastructure investment translates into visible, lasting results for every community in Kano State.
Regular inspection visits to active project sites to verify progress against contractual timelines.
Insisting on durable materials and sound engineering standards before any project is signed off.
Ensuring infrastructure investment reaches every Local Government Area, not just the state capital.
Past Commissioners of Works
A record of distinguished leaders who have served the Kano State Ministry of Works since its establishment in 1967.
Source: Ministry of Works, Housing & Transport — Kano State Official Records
Our Core Values
Decades of Delivery
Measurable impact across Kano State
Executive Management Team
The dedicated team driving infrastructure transformation across Kano State
Have a Public Infrastructure Concern?
Submit inquiries or report road and building maintenance issues directly to our technical response teams. We respond within 5 working days.