Kano Forms Taskforce to Address Illegal Structures and

Kano State’s government has set up a special taskforce to identify, demolish, and prevent illegal structures—such as unauthorized buildings, encroachments on public land, and unapproved extensions—in order to improve urban planning, reduce safety hazards, and enforce zoning regulations. The taskforce works with local authorities, law‑enforcement agencies, and community leaders to carry out inspections, issue demolition notices, and relocate affected residents where necessary. Views Nigeria