The Jigawa State Government has given approval for a supplementary budget of N75 billion for the 2025 fiscal year, which will be forwarded to the State House of Assembly for legislative consideration.
The Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sports and Culture, Mr. Sagir Musa, disclosed this in an interview on Wednesday in Dutse, shortly after the State Executive Council meeting. He explained that the supplementary budget was made possible by additional revenue generated.
“The reason for the supplementary budget is to address emerging financial needs and strengthen priority sectors for sustainable development across the state.
“The approved figures are ₦58 billion for the State Government, and ₦17 billion for the 27 Local Government Councils, covering both recurrent and capital expenditure components,” he said.
The supplementary budget, he said, also seeks to enhance ongoing projects and programmes across critical sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, and other developmental projects.
He said it will also provide fiscal support for new and unforeseen expenditure requirements, align public spending with current socio-economic realities and development targets.
The commissioner said the supplementary budget proposal will be formally submitted to the Jigawa House of Assembly for legislative consideration and approval, in accordance with constitutional procedures.
Musa said that the move reflects the administration’s commitment to transparent governance, responsible fiscal management and effective service delivery to all citizens of Jigawa.
Media reports revealed that Governor Umar Namadi signed the state’s 2025 appropriation bill of N698.3 billion into law on Jan. 1, being the highest in the state’s history
In his remarks, Namadi described the budget as transformative and essential for the state’s long-term development.
“This year’s budget of N698.3 billion is the highest in the history of Jigawa State. It is designed to restructure the state into a greater one,” he stated.
Reports further indicate that about 76 per cent of the budget is dedicated to capital projects, reflecting the government’s strong focus on infrastructure and development, which Governor Namadi said would drive sustainable economic growth and enhance the living conditions of people in the state.
