Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has proposed a total budget of N207.7 billion for the fiscal year 2024. The budget, titled “Budget of Continuity and Consolidation,” aims to build on the achievements of the governor’s first term in office. The proposed budget comprises N87.2 billion for recurrent expenditure, representing 42%, and N120.5 billion for capital expenditure, representing 58%.
Governor Yahaya presented the budget to the state House of Assembly, urging members to scrutinize the document to provide valuable insights for its improvement. He emphasized that the budget is geared towards consolidating past gains and fostering development in the state.
In his address to the Assembly, Governor Yahaya stated, “I call on the state House of Assembly to scrutinize this budget and provide constructive insights that will enrich the document and enhance its impacts on the lives and livelihoods of our people.”
Providing further details on the budget breakdown, Yahaya assured that his administration would continue addressing the developmental needs of the people. The Speaker of the House, Abubakar Luggerewo, expressed confidence that the Assembly would give the budget prompt attention and ensure its passage within the expected timeframe.
Luggerewo commended the governor for the management of the 2023 budget, noting the achievements recorded, particularly in the construction of roads, schools, and health centers. He acknowledged the positive impact of the executive’s support on the state’s development and expressed satisfaction with the governor’s ability to achieve significant results with limited resources.
The Speaker concluded by stating, “We are happy about your ability to achieve a lot with lean resources; you have made Gombe a focal point among other states.”
