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- Law Passed by Kano State House of Assembly
- Details from the Commissioner’s Letter
- MTEF Projection Breakdown
- Call for Review
- Adoption of the MTEF Document
The Kano State House of Assembly has enacted the N724.2 billion Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) following a letter from the Commissioner for Planning and Budget requesting approval for the MTEF covering the years 2026 to 2028.
The letter, which was presented during plenary by Speaker Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore, detailed the economic and fiscal policies that inform the preparation of the 2026 budget. This includes revenue forecasts, grants, debt service commitments, and plans for capital expenditures.
As stated by the Speaker, the overall MTEF projection for the 2026 budget totals N724.2 billion, with N321 billion designated for recurrent services and an equal amount of N321 billion allocated for capital expenditures.
Falgore encouraged members to thoroughly review the proposal before sending it to the executive branch for approval.
Following extensive discussions, the House approved the MTEF document, awaiting the completion of necessary legislative processes for its final endorsement.
What is the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF)?
The Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) is a financial planning tool used by governments to outline their spending priorities and budget allocations over a specified period, typically covering three years.
How much has been allocated for recurrent services and capital expenditure in the 2026 budget?
In the 2026 budget, N321 billion has been allocated for recurrent services, with an equal amount of N321 billion set aside for capital expenditures.
What steps follow the approval of the MTEF by the House?
After the House adopts the MTEF document, it must undergo additional legislative procedures before receiving final approval from the executive branch.
