Kwara State Governor Abdul‑Rahman Abdul‑Razaq has presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the state parliament, outlining a ₦644 billion fiscal plan. The budget allocates 65.95 % of its total to capital expenditure, with the remaining 34.02 % earmarked for recurrent expenses, including support for the poor and workers’ welfare. The Governor emphasized that the budget will focus on completing ongoing capital projects and initiating new ones that align with the state’s strategic needs.
He noted that the plan is built around a national economic outlook that assumes an oil price of $64.85, daily oil production of 1.84 million barrels, an exchange rate of N1,400 per US dollar, and a GDP growth rate of 4.68 %. According to the Governor, 26.46 % of the allocation is dedicated to economic affairs. He also announced a new Teachers Salary Allowance for 2026 to support educators, alongside infrastructure upgrades in the health and education sectors. Additionally, the state will invest in the Alfalfa Estate to reduce herder‑farmer clashes, support food security, and empower thousands of people in the value chain.
The Governor highlighted the administration’s achievements in the outgoing year, including the completion of 38 roads, 29 interlock access lanes, and significant milestones in key projects such as the Innovation Hub, Kwara Hotel, and International Conference Centre. He also cited progress in education, water, and health, with the delivery of two Kwara State University campuses and the commencement of construction activities in the Kwara Smart City.
Speaker of the House Salihu Yakubu‑Danladi commended the Governor for respecting the principle of separation of powers, transparency, and dedication to duties. He assured that the House will give the proposal urgent attention, engage with relevant ministries, departments, and agencies, and ensure that the outcome reflects the state’s priorities. The budget presentation was attended by Deputy Governor Kayode Alabi, cabinet members, traditional rulers, and other stakeholders.
The Governor urged the House to expedite legislative action on the budget, emphasizing its significance for the administration’s legacy and the state’s development. With the proposed budget, Kwara State aims to consolidate its position as a leading state in Nigeria, drive economic growth, and improve the well‑being of its citizens.
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