KANO SPIN PROJECT

We are pleased to officially introduce the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) Project – Kano. SPIN is a US$500 million World Bank-supported initiative focused on strengthening dam safety and improving water resource management for hydropower and irrigation

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It was such a successful meeting. The WUA Chairman and his team are trying to make sure the implementation process is successful.

It was a success! Alhamdulillah!

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Together, we remain committed to translating assessments into impact. #SPINProject #WorldBank #NationalMission #SustainableIrrigation #FoodSecurity #KanoState #PartnershipsForImpact 💧🌾

The visit provided an opportunity to evaluate on-ground readiness, review critical infrastructure, and reinforce collective efforts toward achieving sustainable water management, improved agricultural productivity, and resilient livelihoods.

Advancing progress through partnership and field engagement. 🌱 Today, the World Bank delegation, alongside the Federal team, carried out a National Mission and technical assessment of key dam and irrigation sites under the SPIN Project Kano.

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While details remain internal, the engagement underscores the importance of partnership, coordination, and community-driven approaches in delivering sustainable irrigation and improved livelihoods. Working together to build systems that last.

Strengthening collaboration at the grassroots. 🌱 The SPIN Project Kano team engaged with leadership of the Water Users Association in a strategic meeting focused on advancing key implementation priorities.