From: Femi Oyelola, Kaduna
Governor Uba Sani has officially signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, with Education receiving the largest allocation of 25% from the N985.9 billion budget for Kaduna State.
Speaking at the Council Chambers of Sir Kashim Ibrahim House on Tuesday, the Governor stated that the budget “reflects our commitment to consolidate the gains we have achieved while building even stronger foundations for sustainable growth.”
Governor Uba Sani announced that ₦698.9 billion, representing 70.9% of the budget, has been allocated for capital expenditure, with a focus on infrastructure development, economic expansion, and enhanced service delivery. He added that “recurrent expenditure stands at ₦287 billion, or 29.1%, ensuring that essential government services continue to operate efficiently and responsibly.”
Providing a breakdown of the budget, the Governor explained that Education received 25% because “we believe that knowledge is the most powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty and securing the future of our children.”
Infrastructure and rural transformation also account for 25% of the budget, reflecting the state’s determination to enhance connectivity, open up communities, and stimulate economic activity across Kaduna.
Health is allocated 15%, affirming the belief that a healthy population is fundamental to productivity and human dignity. Agriculture and food security receive 11.65%, underscoring the government’s commitment to feeding its citizens, empowering farmers, and strengthening the local economy.
According to Governor Uba Sani, his administration has also made specific provisions for climate change initiatives, nutrition, and environmental sustainability, acknowledging the realities of our time and the responsibility we have toward future generations.
Titled “Budget of Consolidation of Transformation for Inclusive Development,” the Governor pointed out that a key feature of the budget is the administration’s commitment to correcting long-standing exclusion errors.
“By allocating ₦100 million to every ward in Kaduna State for community-driven projects, we are empowering our citizens to determine their priorities and drive development from the grassroots. This is governance that listens, includes, and delivers,” he emphasized.
The Governor affirmed that his administration is dedicated to fiscal discipline and responsible financial management.
“The 2026 budget introduces no new loans, and we have already repaid ₦114.9 billion in debt servicing. This reflects our determination to protect the future of Kaduna State while addressing current needs,” he stated.
According to him, the 2026 budget goes beyond mere figures and projections; it promises “progress, opportunity, and a better quality of life for every citizen of Kaduna State.”
However, he noted that the success of the budget will depend on effective implementation and ongoing collaboration with the Kaduna State House of Assembly, assuring a cordial and productive relationship with the legislature.
“Together, we have positioned Kaduna as Nigeria’s bastion of peace and tranquility, and together we will sustain this stability as the foundation for development.
By working together, we will consolidate transformation, deepen inclusion, and build a Kaduna State that genuinely works for all,” he promised.
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