Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has set a new record in the state’s budgeting history by allocating ₦100 million to each of the 255 wards in the 2026 budget, a move described as a bold step towards grassroots development and inclusive governance.
The Commissioner for Planning and Budget, Hon. Mukhtar Ahmed Morovia, made this known during a post-budget press briefing following the signing of the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law. He explained that the ward-based allocation aligns with Governor Uba Sani’s vision of bringing development directly to local communities.
Governor Sani had on Monday signed the ₦985.9 billion 2026 budget into law, with the education sector receiving the largest share at 25 percent. According to Morovia, ₦698.9 billion, representing 70.9 percent of the budget, has been set aside for capital expenditure to drive infrastructure development, economic growth and improved service delivery across the state.
Recurrent expenditure, he added, stands at ₦287 billion, or 29.1 percent of the budget, ensuring the smooth running of government operations and essential public services.
Explaining the rationale behind the ₦100 million ward allocation, the Commissioner said the funds reflect the governor’s commitment to inclusive development and improving the quality of life at the grassroots. He stressed that the money would be disbursed transparently, with communities deciding their priority projects through Ward Development Committees.
According to him, the funds will support projects in health, education, agriculture and social sectors, to be executed by relevant ministries, departments and agencies. He noted that Governor Uba Sani believes sustainable development can only be achieved when no community is left behind.
Also speaking at the briefing, the Commissioner for Business Innovation and Technology, Mrs. Patience Fakai, revealed that the Institute of Vocational Training and Skills Development is now fully operational. She said the institute can train up to 32,000 students annually across 14 trade areas, boosting skills acquisition, employability and workforce readiness in the state.
On why education received the largest allocation, the Commissioner of Education, Prof. Abubakar Sani Sambo, said it aligns with UNESCO’s recommendation for developing countries to devote about one-quarter of their budgets to education. He added that the allocation reflects Governor Uba Sani’s strong commitment to education as a foundation for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
Several members of the State Executive Council attended the briefing, including commissioners for information, education, agriculture, environment, humanitarian affairs, human services, and business innovation, underscoring the administration’s unified push toward people-focused development in 2026.
