Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State on Tuesday presented a proposed 2026 budget of N901.8 billion to the State House of Assembly in Dutse.

Namadi, beaming with confidence, handed over the document and declared, “This N901.8 billion blueprint isn’t just numbers; it’s our roadmap to transform Jigawa through infrastructure, education, and jobs, ensuring no one is left behind in our march to prosperity.”

“We’ve prioritised agriculture and security to build on our gains, inviting all stakeholders to make this budget a reality for our people.”

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He further explained that, “as required by Section 120 of the Constitution, this annual exercise is of utmost importance, which requires painstaking preparation and consideration of fiscal plans to ensure that we produce what is best for the people of Jigawa State.

“The 2026 Proposed Budget has been developed as an ambitious, yet very realistic plan meant to sustain our journey towards greater prosperity and a more secure future for our people. This strategic plan is grounded in sound fiscal and financial management practices, supported by a steadfast commitment to public service and a forward-looking vision. It embodies the shared aspirations of the people of Jigawa State, aligning closely with their desire for a prosperous society that delivers socio-economic benefits to everybody including our future generations.

“As usual, the Appropriation Bill I will be submitting today is the culmination of a meticulous exercise to ensure that we continue to meet our obligations to our people while making strategic choices and investment decisions in areas crucial to the socioeconomic well-being of the people.

“The proposed budget also reflects the result of extensive consultation and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that lie before us. For several months, we have traversed all the nooks and crannies of Jigawa State, interacting with the people, giving an account of our stewardship and getting fresh insights on their expectations, yearnings and aspirations. This is in the spirit of accountable governance informed by our quest to ever remain responsive to issues of the moment”, he said.

The Governor further said, the proposed 2026 budget is the result of thorough planning and broad stakeholder engagement. “As previously noted, the planning process incorporated the preparation of a medium-term expenditure framework, which guarantees that resource allocation is strategically prioritised according to the State’s policy direction and development priorities.

“We are therefore confident in its ability to maintain the momentum of progress as we work toward the vision we have set for our beloved State. Mr. Speaker, while I urge you to painstakingly review the proposed budget, at the same time, I will also kindly request for an expeditious approval and passage of the 2026 Appropriation Bill”.

Responding, Haruna Dangyatim, the Speaker, Jigawa State House of Assembly, after receiving the 2026 proposed budget said, “On behalf of this assembly, we welcome this forward-thinking proposal, it’s comprehensive and people-focused, and we’ll scrutinise it thoroughly to deliver swift passage for Jigawa’s brighter future.

“Your administration’s commitment shines through, together, we’ll turn these plans into tangible wins for every citizen”, the Speaker said.