Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has unveiled the Kano State 2025 Appropriation Bill, valued at ₦549.16 billion, before the State House of Assembly. Dubbed the “Budget of Hope, Human Capital, and Economic Development,” it aims to bolster education, infrastructure, and human capital.
Key Highlights:
- Budget Distribution: 57% for capital projects, 43% for recurrent expenses.
- Sector Allocations:
- Education: ₦168.35 billion (31%)
- Governance: ₦98.24 billion (17.57%)
- Health: ₦90.6 billion (16.50%)
- Infrastructure: ₦70.68 billion (12.87%)
- Agriculture: ₦21.04 billion (3.83%)
- Other allocations cover water, rural development, security, and transportation.
Governor Yusuf emphasized that the budget is designed to enhance economic growth and lessen dependence on federal funds, with a focus on efficient public service and governance. The Speaker of the Assembly, Alhaji Falgore, commended the governor for the prompt budget submission and indicated that budget reviews will begin shortly.
