Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, on Monday signed the N617.95 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, officially granting approval for its implementation across the state.
The signing ceremony held at the Government House Council Chamber followed the formal presentation of the reviewed budget by the Gombe State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Abubakar Mohammed Luggerewo.
The budget, titled “Budget of Consolidation,” earmarks N189 billion for recurrent expenditure and N428.5 billion for capital projects — a fiscal direction the governor said reflects his administration’s continued investment in infrastructure, social services and long-term economic growth.
Governor Yahaya initially proposed N535.69 billion to the House; however, legislative adjustments increased the figure by over N82 billion, bringing the final budget size to N617.95 billion.
A notable highlight is a N12 billion allocation for the Northern Regional Security Fund, translating to a monthly contribution of N1 billion in line with resolutions of the Northern States Governors’ Forum. According to the governor, the initiative positions Gombe as one of the frontline contributors to collective regional efforts against insecurity.
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“This budget is realistic, responsible, and centred on our people. We remain committed to improving lives across both rural and urban communities,” the governor said while signing the bill.
He added that the budget prioritises sectors including health, education, social investment, environmental protection, mineral development and disability inclusion, with a specific vote for the Gombe State Commission for Persons with Disabilities (GSCPWD).
Speaker Luggerewo, while presenting the bill, said the Assembly’s review process included extended committee sessions and consultations aimed at improving the final document. He commended the governor for what he described as visible infrastructural progress and consistent budget implementation, which he claimed has maintained a performance level of over 70 percent in recent years.
Governor Yahaya also appreciated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Government for ongoing support and appealed for further development interventions.
“We started with work, we are still working, and by the grace of God we will end with more work,” he affirmed.
