The Kano State Government says it is working on a new drainage master plan to address the recurring problem of flooding in the state capital.
The Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahiru Hashim, said the plan would form part of the 2026 state budget and is aimed at improving flood control across Kano metropolis.
Hashim explained that the recent heavy rainfall, which led to flooding in parts of the city, was a result of climate change, rapid urban expansion, and poorly maintained drainage systems. He noted that the current infrastructure could no longer cope with the volume of stormwater being generated.
To provide immediate relief, the government has desilted major drains, empowered community groups to clear smaller water channels, strengthened waste management systems, and restored natural buffers through tree planting along major roads.
He further disclosed that work was ongoing on a major drainage channel at Babangwari Roundabout, which, when completed, would carry more than half of the city’s stormwater runoff.
The commissioner urged residents to support government efforts by properly disposing of waste and avoiding construction on waterways. According to him, citizen cooperation is crucial in reducing risks to lives and property during the rainy season.
