Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has officially signed the state’s 2025 Appropriation Bill into law, approving a budget of N369.9 billion.
The signing ceremony, held at the Government House in Gombe, followed the bill’s swift passage by the State House of Assembly.
Governor Yahaya described the budget as a strategic roadmap for economic growth and social development, emphasising his administration’s focus on sectors that directly impact the lives of citizens.
“This appropriation law demonstrates our commitment to advancing our development agenda. It prioritises healthcare, education, and social services, ensuring the effective use of resources for the benefit of our people,” Yahaya said.
The governor praised the harmonious relationship between the executive and legislative arms of government, which he credited for the progress achieved since 2019.
“I thank the honourable members of the House of Assembly for their speedy passage of this bill. This collaboration has been vital in securing remarkable achievements across various sectors, including security and healthcare,” he added.
Yahaya also announced that the government would release the performance report for the 2024 budget in January, expressing optimism about achieving a high rating.
The Speaker of the Gombe State House of Assembly, Abubakar Mohammed Luggerewo, explained that the initial budget proposal of N320.1 billion submitted by the governor was increased to N369.9 billion to better address the aspirations of the people.
“The adjustments reflect our commitment to enhancing the quality of life for our citizens. We prioritised areas that will drive infrastructure development and long-term growth, with 69 per cent of the budget allocated to capital expenditure,” Luggerewo stated.
The speaker commended Governor Yahaya’s focus on development and assured the public of the Assembly’s commitment to effective oversight to ensure the budget’s successful implementation.
Governor Yahaya reiterated his administration’s dedication to utilising the increased sectoral allocations to improve healthcare delivery and social services.
He expressed confidence that the 2025 budget would build on the progress made in previous years, driving sustainable development across Gombe State.
The signing ceremony concluded with assurances from both the executive and legislative branches to continue their collaboration for the benefit of the state.