Gombe approves N12bn for northern security in new budget
Gombe State has allocated N12 billion to the Regional Security Fund as part of its 2026 budget. Governor Muhammadu Yahaya signed the N617.95 billion Appropriation Bill into law, emphasizing the state's commitment to fighting insecurity in Northern Nigeria. The budget also prioritizes infrastructure, health, education, and social investment. Speaker Abubakar Mohammed Luggerewo highlighted the Assembly’s role in reviewing and adjusting the budget.
What we know
- Gombe State allocated N12 billion to the Northern Security Fund in its 2026 budget, aiming to support regional efforts against insecurity.
- Governor Muhammadu Yahaya signed the N617.95 billion Appropriation Bill into law, describing it as the “Budget of Consolidation.”
- The budget includes N189 billion for recurrent expenditure and N428.5 billion for capital projects, focusing on infrastructure and economic growth.
- Lawmakers, led by Speaker Abubakar Mohammed Luggerewo, reviewed and increased the budget proposal by over N82 billion before approval.
- The governor expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu and the Federal Government for their ongoing support to Gombe State.
