From Mustapha Adamu, Kano
The Kano State Government has inaugurated the Kano State Media and Information Policy Committee as part of its commitment to strengthening transparency, accountability, and effective communication in governance.
Inaugurating the Committee, the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Faruq Ibrahim, stated that the administration has carefully identified and selected seasoned information managers and professionals as members of the committee to develop a comprehensive Media and Information Policy for the State.
He explained that the initiative aligns with the administration’s broader commitment to supporting all sectors of government with well-structured policies that will guide their operations and enhance service delivery.
Alhaji Umar Faruq further outlined the terms of reference of the Committee to include examining the transition committee documents with a view to developing a robust state policy framework, convening stakeholders’ meetings to deliberate on proposals, and drafting a comprehensive policy document.
He added that the committee is expected to engage relevant government agencies, media practitioners, and civil society organizations, as well as take all necessary steps to achieve its mandate.
In his remarks, Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, who serves as Chairman of the Committee, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, highlighted the importance of the initiative in addressing existing gaps in policy within the media and information sector.
He noted that findings have shown that many critical policies guiding the sector have not been formally established or endorsed by the state, thereby limiting effective engagement within the information ecosystem.
According to him, this development has made it imperative for Kano State to establish a well-defined media and information policy that will serve as a guide for government–media relations.
The Chairman said that while other states have developed such frameworks, Kano State is determined to adopt global best practices that will enhance accountability, transparency, and professionalism.
He stressed that the state has remained media-friendly and maintained cordial relationships with media practitioners, adding that the new policy will further strengthen and formalize this relationship.
He explained that the committee was inclusive, with representation from media practitioners, veteran information managers, academia, and other critical stakeholders.
This, he said, would ensure that diverse ideas and professional expertise are harnessed in producing a comprehensive and implementable policy document.
Other members of the committee are Alhaji Mohammed Danyaro as Co-Chairman; Alhaji Ahmad Aminu; Mohammad Garba; Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa; Mallam Mukhtari Magaji; Malam Ado Saidu Warawa; Mallam Salisu Ibrahim Fagge, and Dr. Abubakar Shehu Minjibir.
The rest include Dr. Halima Kamilu; Hajiya Aishatu Sule; Dr. Hassan Ya’u; Comrade Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi; Alhaji Bello Danmaisoro; Sani Abba Yola as Secretary, and the trio of Mallam Auwalu Sa’idu Mu’azu, Dr. Saminu Umar Rijiyar Zaki, and
Aliyu Muhammad Sani, as Co-Secretaries.
