Tagged the Budget of Consolidation, the proposal is aimed at sustaining recent gains and ensuring that government policies translate into measurable improvements in citizens’ lives. The governor noted that funding for the 2026 fiscal year will come from internally generated revenue, statutory allocations, VAT proceeds, and other FAAC inflows.
Governor Yahaya highlighted that over N269 billion is earmarked for economic growth and social development. The Works, Housing and Transport subsector leads with N135.9 billion, followed by Water, Environment and Forest Resources with N88.4 billion, while Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperatives received N20.57 billion.
In the social sector, N80 billion is allocated to strengthen human capital development. Education and Higher Education received N31.9 billion and N17.5 billion respectively, while the Health sector was allotted N25.9 billion to improve access to quality healthcare services across the state.
Other allocations include General Administration, N19.63 billion; Law and Justice, N2.17 billion; Land Administration, N6.46 billion; Trade, Industry and Tourism, N4.02 billion; Youth and Sports Development, N3.33 billion; Women Affairs and Social Development, N1.28 billion; and Information and Culture, N10.38 billion.
Governor Yahaya described the proposal as a continuation of his administration’s commitment to good governance and urged lawmakers to enrich the document with their legislative insight. He said the budget aligns with the state’s Development Agenda (DEVAGOM) and the broader national economic reforms.
He noted that economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu—such as fuel subsidy removal and foreign exchange liberalization—were beginning to yield positive outcomes, including a steadier naira and improved federation revenues. He expressed optimism about a period of accelerated growth for both Gombe State and the country.
Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Muhammad Abubakar Luggerewo, commended the governor for fiscal discipline and transparency, assuring timely consideration of the 2026 Appropriation Bill. He noted that the 2025 budget had already achieved over 60 per cent performance by September and pledged continued legislative support for policies that promote peace, growth and improved living standards.
