Acting Governor Umar Kadafur signs the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law after the Borno Assembly increased allocations to education and health while also extending local government tenure.

Borno State Acting Governor, Dr. Umar Usman Kadafur, has signed into law the 2026 Appropriation Bill of N892.4 billion, marking a significant milestone in the state's governance journey. 

The budget, initially presented by Governor Babagana Umara Zulum on December 29, 2025, was reviewed upwards by the State Assembly, with increases in the Health and Education sectors. 

Dr. Kadafur commended the Assembly's commitment to transparency and public interest, praising their meticulous and diligent efforts amidst prevailing economic realities and fiscal pressures.

He noted that the occasion marked the administration's financial roadmap for 2026, demonstrating a shared sense of responsibility and urgency in providing a sound financial framework for governance.

The budget increase of N2.37 billion was allocated to key sectors, including N1.774 billion for the Borno State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and N400 million for the College of Nursing Sciences, Maiduguri.

Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, Honourable Abdulkarim Lawan, explained that the budget review was based on submissions from ministries, departments, and agencies.

In addition to the budget, Dr. Kadafur also assented to the Local Government Amendment Law 2000, extending the tenure of local government chairmen and councillors from two to three years. This aims to strengthen grassroots governance and improve service delivery.

The event was attended by prominent officials, including the APC State Chairman, Head of Service, acting Chief of Staff, Commissioners, and Special Advisers. 

Dr. Kadafur assured the Assembly and the people of Borno State of the administration's commitment to prudent implementation, accountability, and value for money.

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