Kano Government Extends CofO Recertification Deadline by 60 Days, Warns Defaulters
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The government of Kano State has published a 60-day notice for the extension of the ongoing recertification of Certificates of Occupancy (CofO) in the state. The government also threatened landowners who fail to comply with the new time frame with loss of their titles to land as per the prevailing land laws. Mohammed Umar Abduljabbar, the Commissioner for Land and Physical Planning, made this announcement during a press briefing on Tuesday at the ministry’s headquarters in Kano. He added the recent extension follows the expiration of the earlier April 1, 2025 deadline, which was shifted from January 24 to enable residents to enjoy the Eid holiday and have extra time. Umar also added that despite the extensions, there was still low turnout of property owners for the exercise. “Since the commissioning of this project by His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, on November 25, 2024, we have so far captured 241,025 properties in the six major metropolitan local government areas Nassarawa, Fagge, Tarauni, Dala, Kano Municipal, and Gwale,” Umar disclosed. He referred to the repetitive practice of surveying the land as critical to developing a believable land database, which would serve to underpin government planning, revenue generation, and infrastructure development. “This enables us to know who owns what, how the land is being used, and where the infrastructure gaps are,” he explained. To ensure compliance, the commissioner threatened to publish names of defaulting landowners in national dailies and on notice boards at major government offices like the Kano State Library, Audu Bako Secretariat, Gidan Murtala, and the State High Court. Umar went on to clarify that the Kano Geographic Information System (KANGIS) would continue to offer support via web portals, helplines, and service centers to enable applicants to process recertification with ease. He went on to disclose that the ministry was ready to introduce Sectional Titling in the state, a scheme aimed at streamlining documentation for plots of land found in estates, plazas, flats, and markets. Reiterating the government’s resolve to reform land administration in the state, the commissioner urged citizens to take advantage of the extended timeline to legalize their property documents and get legal ownership. Related Posts Market offers rent-now, pay-later answer to tenants. Prospective renters in Nigeria can now breathe a sigh of relief as a rental solution that simplifies renting and facilitates Read more Rwanda retreat: Nigerian governments discuss complex issues. The Nigerian governors will attend and participate in a three-day leadership retreat in Kigali, Rwanda, designed to provide a platform Read more Shaibu: I support Obaseki and seek governorship. Philip Shaibu, the deputy governor of Edo State, has pledged to remain loyal to Edo State’s governor, Godwin Obaseki, despite Read more Citigroup expects more foreign investment in Nigeria and others despite FX turmoil. Citigroup Inc. has stated that Nigeria, Angola, and Kenya are among the African nations that are anticipated to attract more Read more Olawale Moses OyewoleOlawale Moses Oyewole is an adept writer who stays on top of current events and curate informative and engaging articles for his readers. He is a digital strategist who help brands gain online visibility.
Appeal Court Affirms Kano Government’s Actions Under 2024 Emirate Council Law
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An appellate court sitting in Abuja has overturned a June 20, 2024 ruling by the Federal High Court in Kano, which nullified actions taken by the Kano State Government under the Kano State Emirate Council Law 2024. The three-member panel, led by Justice Mohammed Mustapha, ruled that the Federal High Court lacked the jurisdiction to issue the order against the state government. The appellate court affirmed the validity of the government’s actions, including the appointment of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano. The initial suit, filed by Alhaji Aminu Babba Dan Agundi, an aggrieved kingmaker, was dismissed as invalid. The Kano State House of Assembly and its Speaker had challenged the earlier judgment, which was overturned on Friday. The Kano State Emirate Council Law 2024 was enacted by the Kano State House of Assembly on May 23, 2024, and signed into law by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The law annulled the creation of five new emirates established by the administration of former Governor Umar Ganduje, removed Emir Aminu Ado Bayero, and reinstated Emir Sanusi II. Related Posts Market offers rent-now, pay-later answer to tenants. Prospective renters in Nigeria can now breathe a sigh of relief as a rental solution that simplifies renting and facilitates Read more Rwanda retreat: Nigerian governments discuss complex issues. The Nigerian governors will attend and participate in a three-day leadership retreat in Kigali, Rwanda, designed to provide a platform Read more Shaibu: I support Obaseki and seek governorship. Philip Shaibu, the deputy governor of Edo State, has pledged to remain loyal to Edo State’s governor, Godwin Obaseki, despite Read more Citigroup expects more foreign investment in Nigeria and others despite FX turmoil. Citigroup Inc. has stated that Nigeria, Angola, and Kenya are among the African nations that are anticipated to attract more Read more Olawale Moses OyewoleOlawale Moses Oyewole is an adept writer who stays on top of current events and curate informative and engaging articles for his readers. He is a digital strategist who help brands gain online visibility.