Kano approves N17m for purchase of JAMB forms

The Kano State Government has approved over N17 million for the purchase of JAMB forms and training of candidates who will benefit from the forms, the Commissioner for Justice, Mr Maliki Umar, said.

Umar made the disclosure in Kano on Friday while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the state’s Executive Council Meeting.

He said the Council had also approved over N186 million for the upkeep of public and voluntary schools in the state.

He added that ``the Council also approved N2.1 million for renovation of dental centre and eye clinic at Murtala Muhammed Specialist Hospital.’’

The commissioner said N539 million was approved by the Council for the reconstruction of the Madobi Bridge.

He reiterated the state government’s determination to develop infrastructure in the state as part of initiatives to improve the welfare of the people.