The broad function of the Ministry are General Administration, such as inspection/monitoring, coordination, staff welfare, recruitment and training of the unified Local Government staff as well as liaising with state and Federal Governments Agencies on behalf of the 44 Local Government Councils in the State. Specifically the following are the functions of the Ministry:-

1. Handling all personnel matters including staff welfare of the
   Unified Local Government Service.
2. Coordination of the activities of all the 44 Local Government
   Councils by ensuring prudent management of resources and
   compliance with all operational guidelines.

• Handling of all manpower development issues through the usage
  of 1% training fund.

1. Coordination of any other matter regarding Local Government
   Administration in the State.
2. Supervision of the activities of the defunct Kano State Local
   Government Staff Pension Board and now a member of the State
   Pension Commission.
3. Management of the Local Government Staff Housing Loan Board.

• Monitors and evaluate the implementation of all capital projects, including developmental activities across the (44) Local Government councils. It also coordinates activities on planning matters with the Ministry of Planning & Budget, Federal Bureau of Statistics and other relevant MDAs.