Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu has signed the 2026 Sokoto State Appropriation Bill into law, approving a total budget of ₦758.7 billion for the fiscal year.
Assenting to the bill, the Governor described the 2026 appropriation as a People’s Budget, explaining that it was shaped by inputs from town hall meetings across the state, where citizens’ priorities were gathered ahead of its presentation.
He said the budget reflects a deliberate shift toward development spending, with recurrent expenditure limited to 19 percent of the total outlay, in line with the long-standing fiscal policy that caps recurrent costs below 30 percent of the budget.
Governor Aliyu acknowledged the role of Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko in institutionalising the policy during his tenure, noting that it has helped Sokoto maintain discipline in public finance management.
Commending the Sokoto State House of Assembly for its detailed scrutiny and swift passage of the bill, the Governor cautioned commissioners and heads of ministries, departments, and agencies to strictly operate within the limits of funds appropriated to them.
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He also praised the cordial working relationship between the executive and legislative arms, urging continued cooperation to ensure effective implementation of government programmes.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to development, Governor Aliyu assured residents that the budget would be deployed to fulfill campaign promises and advance the overall growth of the state. He thanked the people of Sokoto for their sustained support and prayers, calling for continued partnership.
Earlier, the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Tukur Bala Bodinga, said lawmakers thoroughly examined the budget to ensure it reflects the needs and aspirations of the people. He noted that priority was given to critical sectors such as security, agriculture, healthcare, water supply, education, and human capital development.
The Speaker pledged continued legislative oversight to guarantee that approved funds translate into tangible benefits for citizens, while also commending the Governor’s commitment to tackling banditry and improving security across the state.
