Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has presented a ?642
billion 2026 budget proposal titled “Budget of Transformation and
People’s Empowerment,” with a strong emphasis on infrastructure
development, security enhancement, and improved accountability.
According to the governor, the spending plan
prioritises strategic investments aimed at accelerating development across the
state while addressing security challenges, including the recent abduction of
schoolgirls in Maga.
?3bn Takeoff Grant for Security Trust Fund
Governor Idris revealed that the budget includes a
dedicated provision for the Kebbi State Security Trust Fund, which will
receive a ?3 billion takeoff grant. The fund is expected to boost
community-level security operations and support the government’s broader effort
to curb rising insecurity.
75% Capital Expenditure, 25% Recurrent
Presenting the financial breakdown, Idris stated that 75%
of the budget (?479 billion) is allocated to capital projects, while 25%
(?163 billion) is reserved for recurrent expenditure.
He explained that the budget will be funded through
the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), Value Added Tax (VAT), and
the state’s internally generated revenue (IGR).
Major Infrastructure Projects to be
Completed in Q1 2026
The governor noted that several major infrastructure
projects—including Zuru, Bena, and Wasagu General Hospitals—are on track
for completion in the first quarter of 2026. He added that urban rehabilitation
efforts will be expanded to improve the physical environment of key towns and
cities.
Digital Transformation for Judiciary
As part of reforms in the justice sector, the
government plans to deploy digital case management systems across courts
in the state to improve efficiency and ensure faster dispensation of justice.
House Pledges Swift Passage
In his remarks, Speaker Usman Muhammad commended the
governor for executing people-focused projects under the 2025 budget,
describing the relationship between the executive and the legislature as
“cordial and collaborative.”
He assured that the 2026 appropriation bill will be
passed next week, paving the way for timely implementation of the state’s
development agenda.
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