Kano Govt, AS and AJ Multi Services Sign MoU To Transform Transport System
By Abdullahi Yusuf
Kano State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AS and AJ Multi Services Company Limited for the design, deployment, operation, and management of the Kano Smart Transport Solution System.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, the state Commissioner for Transport, Barrister Haruna Isah Dederi, said the agreement marked a significant step toward transforming the state’s transport infrastructure through digital innovation.
Dederi said the development would modernize transportation and bolster the security situation
of the state, stressing the strategic importance of the initiative.
“Every vehicle owner must obtain a tracker and install it on their vehicle. This will ensure that both the vehicle and its owner can be monitored, enhancing security across Kano,” he said.
Under the initiative, he said,all vehicle owners in the state would be required to install tracking devices, enabling real-time monitoring of movements.
The commissioner maintained that the system is expected to help in curbing criminal activities, including banditry, by providing authorities with critical data on vehicle locations.
According to him, the initiative is part of a broader effort to integrate technology into transportation, which the Commissioner described as “encompassing every aspect of life.”
“The contract for the provision of tracking devices was approved by the Kano State Executive Council on December 19, 2025, following a resolution aimed at promoting peace and safety in the state.”
The MoU signing ceremony was witnessed by key legal officials, including the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Abdulkarim Maude SAN, and Solicitor General Salisu Tahir, who provided legal oversight and guidance on the agreement.
The development positions Kano as a pioneer in smart mobility solutions in Northern Nigeria, with the potential to serve as a model for other states seeking to integrate technology into public safety and transport management.
Also speaking at the ceremony, Alhaji Abdulkarim Abdullahi, Managing Director of AS and AJ Multi Services Company Limited, unveiled key features of the new Kano Smart Transport Solution System, including a digital platform named ‘Sufuri Transport’ designed to streamline and secure tricycle (Keke Napep) operations across the state.
“Stickers will be issued to KAROTA officials to verify both vehicles and drivers. Each driver will be linked to a registered Keke Napep and its owner through a tracker and sticker system,” Abdullahi explained.
Abdullahi provided key features of the system to include:
“Driver-Tracker Integration: Every Keke Napep driver will be digitally registered and linked to a specific vehicle and owner, ensuring accountability.
Verification Stickers: KAROTA (Kano Road Traffic Agency) officials will use official stickers to verify the legitimacy of vehicles and drivers on the road. Passenger App Functionality: Through the ‘Sufuri Transport’ platform, passengers will be able to:
– Track nearby Keke Napeps
– Book rides in real time
– Pay via mobile number, card, or cash, supporting the state’s push toward a cashless economy
He explained that the tracker devices would be accessible to all citizens, forming a critical part of the broader security architecture being implemented by the Kano State Government.
“This initiative is not just about transport it’s about safety, transparency, and modernization. It is one of the many measures by the government to curtail insecurity and improve the daily lives of Kano residents,” he said.
The managing director stressed that the Kano Smart Transport Solution System is expected to:
– Deter criminal activity by enabling real-time vehicle tracking
– Improve traffic regulation and enforcement
– Enhance commuter confidence through verified, traceable transport services
“With the combined efforts of the Ministry of Transport, KAROTA, and AS and AJ Multi Services, Kano is poised to become a model for smart urban mobility in Nigeria,” he added.