Welcome to Kano State
The Centre of Commerce Round off your Nigerian adventure in Kano, the historic center of commerce and culture in the north.
Kano State
The Centre of Commerce Round off your Nigerian adventure in Kano, the historic center of commerce and culture in the north. Lose yourself in the labyrinthine alleys of Kurmi Market, where artisans showcase their crafts and merchants barter for goods. Explore the ancient city walls and marvel at the grandeur of the Emir's Palace, a testament to Kano's rich history and royal heritage. Indulge your taste buds with a feast of local delicacies, from spicy suya to savory fura da nono. In Kano, tradition and modernity converge in a vibrant tapestry of sights, sounds, and flavors.
Places to explore
in Kano State
Explore the ancient city walls and marvel at the grandeur of the Emir’s Palace, a testament to Kano’s rich history and royal heritage. Indulge your taste buds with a feast of local delicacies, from spicy suya to savory fura da nono. In Kano, tradition and modernity converge in a vibrant tapestry of sights, sounds, and flavors.
Kano State in pictures
Abba Yusuf
Kano State Governor
Kano State Governor
Abba Kabir Yusuf is a Nigerian politician who has served as governor of Kano State since May 2023. He served as commissioner of Works, Housing and Transport when Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso was re-elected for a second term in the executive council of Kano State from 2011 to 2015.
