Kano Forms Taskforce to Address Illegal Structures and

Kano State’s Task Force on Illegal Structures, set up by the state government, is a multi‑agency team tasked with identifying, demolishing, and preventing the erection of unauthorized buildings and encroachments across the state. Its duties include surveying affected areas, issuing demolition notices, coordinating with security agencies for enforcement, and working with local authorities to relocate displaced residents or businesses while ensuring compliance with zoning and land‑use regulations. The task force aims to curb illegal construction, protect public safety, and preserve government revenue from proper land use. Views Nigeria