Partnership
By Aminu Garko
Kano, The Kano State Government and the Government of France have deepened cooperation under the National Water Sector Reform Programme, which focuses on social‑state improvement, institutional efficiency and sustainable water management.
The development was announced in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature, on Wednesday in Kano
Gov. Abba Yusuf received the French Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Marc Fonbaustier, who led an eight‑member delegation to Government House, Kano.
The visit reviewed progress on the ongoing water projects and explored new areas of collaboration.
Fonbaustier said the size and calibre of his team reflected the high importance France attaches to Kano and the entire northern region.
He added that France and Nigeria shared a “common destiny” and that his mission was to reaffirm France’s commitment to its partnership with the state.
The ambassador explained that the national reform programme emphasised social impact rather than hardware investment, with a focus on governance, capacity development and long‑term sustainability.
He confirmed that France was already supporting key water‑sector initiatives in Kano and was prepared to deepen its engagement.
“Our cooperation with Kano is solid, and today’s discussions opened new opportunities for expanded partnership,” he said, identifying transportation and mobility as promising areas for future collaboration.
Yusuf thanked the French Government for its sustained support and reiterated his commitment to delivering reliable, accessible and socially responsive water services to the people of Kano.
He assured that Kano would continue to align with national reform objectives by strengthening institutions, promoting transparency and improving sector performance
