Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf on Wednesday laid before the House of Assembly a ₦1.368 trillion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year, describing it as “a covenant to consolidate gains, complete key projects, and build lasting systems that serve generations to come.”
Tagged the “Budget of Infrastructure, Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development,” the plan heavily favors capital investment, with ₦934.64 billion allocated for capital expenditure and ₦433.48 billion for recurrent costs — a 68:32 ratio that underscores the administration’s development-first approach.
Governor Yusuf said the framework was designed to complete legacy projects, consolidate achievements, and launch new initiatives.
Sectoral Allocations
The social and economic sectors dominate the spending plan, with education, health, and infrastructure receiving the largest shares:
- Education: ₦405.35 billion (30%)
- Health: ₦212.25 billion (16%)
- Infrastructure: ₦346.29 billion (25%)
“These allocations are clear evidence of our commitment to nurturing human capital, safeguarding citizens’ well-being, and laying the physical foundation for sustainable growth,” Yusuf told lawmakers.
Other priority areas include agriculture, security, water resources, commerce, tourism, youth development, women affairs, and climate change.
Progress and Collaboration
Reflecting on his administration’s record since 2023, Yusuf noted that more than 80% of its blueprint has already been implemented. He urged legislators to ensure the budget delivers tangible results: “Let us ensure this budget does not remain on paper but translates into roads, classrooms, clinics, jobs, empowerment, and dignity for the people of Kano State.”
The governor commended the Assembly for what he called unprecedented cooperation across party lines and expressed gratitude to citizens, ministries, development partners, civil society, and technical teams for their roles in shaping the proposal.
Looking Ahead
With his tenure entering its final phase, Yusuf stressed urgency in fulfilling electoral promises: “We are nearing the completion of the third quarter of our four-year mandate. This moment marks a critical juncture, one that demands renewed urgency and focused implementation as we race against time.”
He closed his presentation with prayers for guidance and success, before formally submitting the Appropriation Bill for legislative consideration.
