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Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has enacted the 2026 Appropriation and Finance Bills following legislative review.
Buni, who signed the bills on Tuesday, praised and expressed gratitude to the members of the Yobe State House of Assembly for their dedication and reaffirmed their commitment to the people of the state through the prompt passage of the bills after thorough and constructive examination.
He stated that this clearly indicates that both the Executive and Legislative branches of government in the state are collaborating effectively, with a shared vision, understanding, and dedication to serving the people more efficiently.
“As you may recall, I presented a budget of five hundred and fifteen billion, five hundred and eighty-three million naira only (N515,583,000,000) for the 2026 appropriation and finance bills.
“This amount has been slightly modified to five hundred and fifteen billion, five hundred and thirty-two million naira (N515,532,000,000), reflecting a minor reduction in capital expenditure and an increase in funding for recurrent services.
“The total allocation for capital programs is now two hundred and ninety-one billion, nine hundred and three million, six hundred and fifty thousand naira (N291,903,650,000) or 62 percent, while two hundred and twenty-three billion, six hundred and twenty-eight million, three hundred and fifty thousand naira (N223,628,350,000) or 38 percent is designated for recurrent services.
“Some internal adjustments were made regarding the allocations for certain ministries, departments, and agencies,” he mentioned.
The governor urged all citizens of the state to continue living in peace and harmony and to support government policies and programs so that the state can achieve collective success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key highlights of the 2026 Appropriation and Finance Bills?
The key highlights include a total budget of N515,532,000,000, with 62% allocated to capital programs and 38% to recurrent services.
What changes were made to the budget compared to the initial proposal?
The budget was slightly adjusted, with a minor decrease in capital expenditure and an increase in recurrent services funding.
What is the governor's message to the citizens of Yobe State?
The governor appeals to citizens to live peacefully and support government initiatives to ensure the collective success of the state.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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