Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has presented a ₦642 billion appropriation bill to the State House of Assembly, describing it as a “Budget of Transformation and People’s Empowerment.”
The 2026 proposal, he said, is anchored on accelerated development, strengthened security, and improved public accountability—driven largely by massive investments in infrastructure.
Governor Idris announced that the budget allocates 75% (₦479 billion) to capital projects and 25% (₦163 billion) to recurrent expenditure, signalling his administration’s commitment to long-term growth and structural upgrades.
He explained that the budget would be funded through FAAC allocations, Value Added Tax (VAT) revenues, and the state’s internally generated revenue (IGR).
Security Fund Takes Centre Stage
In response to persistent insecurity—including the recent abduction of schoolgirls in Maga—the Governor disclosed the creation of the Kebbi State Security Trust Fund, which will receive an initial ₦3 billion takeoff grant.
According to him, the fund is expected to boost surveillance, improve response capabilities, and enhance community-level protection across the state.
Infrastructure and Key Projects
Governor Idris highlighted several priority projects, noting that major healthcare facilities such as the Zuru, Bena, and Wasagu General Hospitals will be completed by the first quarter of 2026.
He further revealed that the budget places strong emphasis on urban renewal, with expanded rehabilitation plans aimed at modernising roads, utilities, and public spaces across the state.
Judiciary Goes Digital
The governor also announced a push toward digitising the justice system. The 2026 budget will fund the introduction of digital case management systems across Kebbi courts, a move designed to enhance efficiency and ensure speedier dispensation of justice.
Assembly Commends Idris
Responding after the presentation, Speaker Usman Muhammad commended Governor Idris for what he described as people-oriented governance, citing the successful implementation of the 2025 budget as evidence of the administration’s commitment to development.
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