Potentials Of Kano State

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Potentials Of Kano State



Kano state nicknamed, center of commerce is the commercial and investment hub of Northern Nigeria and the largest non-oil and gas economy in Nigeria, with a GDP of approximately US$12 billion.

The state which is the most populous State in Nigeria is located in Northern Nigeria was created on May 27, 1967 from part of the Northern Region.

The capital of Kano State is Kano, an ancient city that is over 1000 years old.

The Kano economy is driven largely by commerce, manufacturing and subsistence agriculture which is the dominant activity, with up to 70% of the population engaged directly or indirectly.

The informal sector is strong and diverse, with numerous Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises across all economic activities and contributing approximately 60 – 70% of output and employment.

The State has historically been a major commercial and manufacturing centre in the West African sub region even before the incorporation of the country into the European System of global commerce.

It has also been a major entry port and southern hub of the trans Saharan trade route for centuries.

KANINVEST, is mandated to, among others issues, encourage, promote, coordinate and support investment activities in Kano State.

So why not invest in kano state today?

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