A major city in Nigeria known for its historical significance and economic activities, particularly in agriculture.
It cost ₦26,656 to cook a pot of Jollof in September 2025—SBM
The National Average Jollof Index showed a slight decline of 3.17% from June to September 2025. Food prices remain high due to insecurity, poor logistics, and rising living costs.
The emerging tech startups solving problems in Kano, Nigeria
Kano ranks 304th among the top 1,000 cities worldwide for startup activity and is the seventh leading startup hub in Nigeria. The city holds a 25% market share in the Northern Nigeria startup scene, outperforming Abuja and Kaduna.
Kano Emerges as a Leading Hub for Nigerian Startups
Startup Kano, one of the first tech incubation hubs in Kano, has become one of the largest in the northern region, assisting over 50,000 youth and raising over $1 million for early-stage entrepreneurs. Kano's tech ecosystem differs from other regions in Nigeria, with a lack of tech awareness and ske
Kano is becoming one of Nigeria’s biggest startup cities
Kano has entered the list of top 1,000 startup cities in the world for the first time. Startup Kano has become one of the biggest tech incubation hubs in the northern region.
