In a major move, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed submitted a N878 billion 2026 appropriation bill to the state assembly, dubbing it the “Budget of Consolidation and Sustainability.”
The proposed budget is heavily investment-focused, with 65%, about N567 billion, earmarked for capital spending and the remaining 35% (≈N310 billion) for recurrent costs. This makes it one of the most capital-intensive budgets in recent memory for Bauchi.
Compared with the 2025 estimates, the 2026 budget represents a steep 41.07% increase. The governor attributed this growth to improved revenue projections tied to economic reforms and an anticipated uptick in prices following planned tax reforms in January 2026.
A breakdown shows nearly half of the budget, N435 billion, or 49.6%, allocated to the economic sector. Other allocations include N120 billion for administration (13.7%), N310 billion for social services (34.4%), and N12 billion (1.4%) toward law and justice.
Governor Mohammed said the budget was drawn up using a conservative revenue outlook, aligned with the national chart of accounts, and fully compliant with the state’s Fiscal Responsibility Law. He expressed confidence that implementation would be rigorous and complete.
He urged lawmakers to support and expedite the passage of the bill into law, noting that much of it hinges on swift legislative approval. The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly affirmed that the document will be reviewed and passed without delay.
By channeling nearly half of the N878 billion into the economic sector, Bauchi is betting on infrastructure, industry, and business-driven growth, a move that could attract investments, create jobs, and stimulate local trade. If well-implemented, this budget could strengthen the state’s revenue base and cushion it against nationwide economic headwinds.
