Office of the Honourable Commissioner

Our Departments

The Kano State Ministry of Works delivers its mandate through eight specialised departments and agencies, each led by a director focused on a distinct area of infrastructure and public service delivery.

Departments

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Projects

Senior Directors

Administration & General Services

Director: Abdullahi Tukur

The Administration & General Services Department provides administrative and personnel management support to the entire Ministry of Works. The department manages staff welfare, recruitment, training and all general administrative functions that keep the Ministry operating efficiently.

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Civil Engineering & Roads

Director: Auwal Musa Faragai

The Civil Engineering & Roads Department is the largest and most active division of the Ministry of Works. It is responsible for the planning, design, construction and maintenance of all road infrastructure across Kano State's 44 Local Government Areas. The department oversees major road rehabilitation, dual carriageway construction, bridge works and drainage systems that serve millions of Kano State residents.

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Building & Public Estate

Director: Tukur Muhammad

The Building & Public Estate Department manages the construction, renovation and maintenance of all government buildings and public facilities across Kano State. With over 72 active and completed projects, the department covers everything from magistrate courts and hospitals to government residential quarters and institutional buildings.

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Planning, Research & Statistics

Director: Lawal G. Datti

The Planning, Research & Statistics Department serves as the strategic arm of the Ministry, responsible for long-term infrastructure planning, research coordination and data management. The department prepares comprehensive development plans, monitors project implementation and provides data-driven insights to guide ministry decisions.

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Legal Services

Director: Mahmud Muhammad Adam

The Legal Services Department provides comprehensive legal support to the Ministry of Works, ensuring that all ministry operations, contracts, procurements and engagements are conducted within the framework of Nigerian law. The department reviews all contractor agreements and handles legal matters arising from ministry activities.

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Fire Service

Director: Sani Anas

The Fire Service Department provides comprehensive fire prevention, protection and emergency response services across Kano State government facilities and public infrastructure. The department ensures that all government buildings meet fire safety standards and that staff are trained in emergency procedures.

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KARMA

Director: Engr. Ado Jibrin Kankarofi

The Kano Road Maintenance Agency (KARMA) is responsible for the routine and periodic maintenance of all state road networks in Kano. KARMA ensures that existing road infrastructure is preserved and kept in good condition, managing maintenance crews across all 44 LGAs and responding rapidly to road emergencies.

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WRECA

Director: Engr. Mukhtar Yusuf

The Works, Roads & Estate Contracts Agency (WRECA) manages all contracting activities of the Ministry of Works. From tender evaluation to contract award and monitoring, WRECA ensures that all procurement activities are conducted transparently and in compliance with state and federal procurement laws.

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