Kano, Jigawa, and Katsina states have signed a ₦50 billion tri-State Energy Investment Agreement aimed at expanding electricity access and stimulating industrial growth across northern Nigeria.
The signing was led by Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, with representatives from Katsina and Jigawa present. According to a statement from the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the landmark agreement represents a major step toward strengthening energy security and accelerating economic transformation in the region.
The deal, finalised during the high-level Electrification Summit in Marrakech, Morocco, will see the three states jointly establish a regional electricity market and acquire equity stakes in Future Energies Africa (FEA), the core investor in the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO).
Governor Yusuf described the initiative as a strategic effort to achieve energy sufficiency, promote economic inclusion, and create a business-friendly environment that supports sustainable industrial growth.
“Our goal is to make Kano the industrial heartbeat of Northern Nigeria once again. By investing in regional energy solutions, we are empowering businesses, creating jobs, and ensuring reliable electricity that drives prosperity across our communities,” he said.
As part of the partnership, the three states will establish a ₦50 billion Electrification Fund to expand electricity access via embedded generation, grid extension, mini-grids, and solar home systems.
Speaking on the development, Kano State Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Dr. Gaddafi Sani Shehu, said the initiative would enhance KEDCO’s efficiency and unlock the region’s economic potential through improved power supply and management.
