From: Muhammad Maitela, Damaturu
In a historic first for Borno State, Acting Governor Dr. Umar Usman Kadafur has assented to the 2026 Appropriation Bill of N892.4 billion passed by the State Assembly.
This marks the first time an Acting Governor has performed this constitutional duty in the state’s history, following Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s proceeding on annual leave.
The assented budget reflects an increase of N2.37 billion from the initial N890.3 billion proposal presented by Governor Zulum to the Assembly on 29 December 2025.
At the brief ceremony in the Council Chamber, Dr. Kadafur commended the Assembly’s commitment to transparency and the public interest.
“I wish to appreciate the meticulous, diligent and sustained effort of the House, especially considering the prevailing economic realities and fiscal pressures,” he added.
He praised the House for the expeditious consideration and timely passage of both the appropriation bill and the Local Government Amendment Law 2000.
The amended law extends the tenure of local government chairmen and councillors from two to three years, aiming to strengthen grassroots governance and improve service delivery.
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