After granting two grace periods to allottees who failed to develop or complete buildings on their plots at three different housing cities, the Kano State Government has issued a final revocation notice and warned of possible takeover of such lands.
According to the State Commissioner for Housing Ibrahim Yakubu, the undeveloped plots have become hideouts for criminal activities, thereby fueling insecurity within the area.
Kwankwasiyya, Amana, and Bandirawo Cities were conceptualized during the administration of former Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. The projects were designed to reduce the housing deficit by providing serviced plots with basic amenities such as roads, electricity, and schools.
The Commissioner for Housing explained that the failure of many allottees to complete and occupy their buildings has turned the estates into hideouts for criminals, posing a threat to public safety.
With an extended deadline given for the last time, allottees who fail to complete and occupy their buildings risk losing ownership of their plots.
In an effort to revive activity within the three cities, some government agencies have been relocated to the area, and periodic State Executive Council meetings are now held at the annex lodge — a move aimed at boosting public confidence and encouraging occupancy.
(Editor: Nkoli Omhoudu)
