Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru, Bago has submitted a N1.3 trillion appropriation bill, dubbed the “Budget of Consolidation,” to the state House of Assembly for 2026.
The budget allocates N270 billion to recurrent spending and N761 billion to capital projects.
Over N270 billion (26.19%) was estimated as recurrent expenditure, while capital expenditure stands at above N761 billion, representing 73.81% of the total estimate.
Bago explained that the budget is expected to be financed by revenue from statutory allocation, value-added tax (VAT), internally generated revenue, other FAAC receipts, IGR, capital receipts, grants, and loan.
According to him, “The budget will build on past gains while addressing the pressing needs of the present, especially as the state navigates the challenges of a rapidly evolving global economy.”
In a sectorial breakdown of the 2026 budget, he noted that the economic sector gulped the highest allocation of over N510 billion, while the transportation sector got the lowest estimate of above N1 billion.
“In the 2026 fiscal year, government interventions will focus on strategic priority areas such as wealth and job creation, agricultural transformation, strengthening the health sector, road infrastructure consolidation, and completion of inherited water and electricity projects ” the governor noted.
Others are improvement in the education sector; enhanced internal revenue generation; strict adherence to due process; digital transformation of state-owned media; peace and security consolidation; and partnerships for development.
Bago stated “The 2026 Budget is anchored on fiscal discipline, strategic investment, and targeted interventions aimed at expanding economic opportunities for our citizens. Also, the budget is geared towards completing all ongoing infrastructure development across the state.
“The 2026 budget reflects the trust our citizens have placed in us and builds on our past achievements while addressing today’s pressing needs. Despite inflationary pressures and fluctuating revenues, our administration has continued to manage resources prudently, pursue growth-oriented policies, and deliver tangible results over the last two years.
“The proposal is anchored on fiscal discipline, strategic investment, and targeted interventions. The 2026 Budget seeks to expand opportunities and improve the quality of life for all our citizens. Before outlining this budget, allow me to briefly highlight the performance and achievements of the 2025 budget, in keeping with our commitment to transparency and accountability. ”
The Governor appreciated the Speaker , Barr Abdulmalik Sarkindaji and other members of the 10th State House of Assembly for the existing partnership and patriotism to the development of Niger State to ensure continued strengthening of governance, accelerated service delivery, and reinforced citizens’ confidence in the democratic process.
He then urged the State Assembly to promptly consider and pass the 2026 appropriation bill for the overall benefit of the state.