Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has presented a proposed budget of ₦1.107 trillion for the 2027 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly, with emphasis on capital development, completion of ongoing projects and accelerated rural development.
The budget, tagged “Budget of Consolidating Gains and Accelerated Rural Development,” stands at ₦1,107,024,004,244.48 and represents the fourth and final budget of the administration’s first tenure.
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Presenting the proposal on Wednesday, Governor Yusuf said the estimates were designed to consolidate achievements recorded since 2023, complete priority projects and strengthen essential public services before the expiration of his administration’s first tenure on May 29, 2027.
He disclosed that ₦693.47 billion, representing 63 per cent of the proposed budget, was allocated to capital expenditure, while ₦413.55 billion, representing 37 per cent, was earmarked for recurrent expenditure.
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According to the governor, the capital-heavy allocation reflects his administration’s commitment to infrastructure development, human capital investment and projects aimed at stimulating economic growth.
Yusuf further disclosed that the state projected ₦692.64 billion in recurrent revenue for 2027, comprising ₦142.84 billion from Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) and ₦549.80 billion from the Federation Account.
He also said more than 90 per cent of the programmes, projects and policies contained in the administration’s development blueprint had been achieved.
The governor assured residents that his administration would strengthen budget monitoring, transparency and accountability to ensure effective implementation and value for money.
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He subsequently presented the 2027 Appropriation Bill to the State House of Assembly for legislative consideration and passage into law.
