Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has signed the state’s 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, approving a total budget of over N1.073 trillion.
The signing ceremony took place yesterday at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Minna.
The approved budget represents an increase from the N1.031 trillion earlier presented to the Niger State House of Assembly, reflecting an upward review by the legislature.
A breakdown of the 2026 budget shows that capital expenditure stands at over N783 billion, while recurrent expenditure exceeds N290 billion.
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Bago commended the 10th Niger State House of Assembly for what he described as the timely and efficient passage of the budget, praising the lawmakers for their cooperation with the executive arm of government.
He scored the Assembly “100 per cent,” noting that the speed and synergy between the legislature and the executive were unprecedented and a reflection of democratic governance.
The governor also singled out the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Planning, Hajiya Aishat Teni Usman, and her team for their role in coordinating the budget process, assuring residents that the 2026 budget would be fully implemented to achieve its objectives.
Earlier, the Speaker of the House, Abdulmalik Sarkindaji, described the budget as comprehensive and easy to scrutinise, attributing the smooth screening process to the cooperation of ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs).
Sarkindaji commended Bago for his leadership, commitment to development and good governance, while reaffirming the Assembly’s continued partnership with the executive to advance the state’s progress.
