Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, on Monday officially signed the 2025 budget into law, marking a significant step in his administration’s drive for transformation and inclusive development. The N790.4 billion budget, titled *“Sustaining Transformation and Inclusive Development,”* was passed just ten days after its presentation to the State House of Assembly.
The budget comprises N551.6 billion for capital expenditure and N238.8 billion for recurrent expenses, underscoring the government’s focus on infrastructural growth and economic development. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Governor Sani commended the State House of Assembly for their prompt and diligent work in approving the budget.
“In Kaduna, we have the best House of Assembly in the country,” Governor Sani stated. “Despite political differences, the Assembly has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to governance, prioritizing the needs of our people over politics.” He further described the budget defense process as one of the most rigorous and transparent in the state’s history.
Governor Sani praised the productive collaboration between the executive and legislative arms, highlighting the Assembly’s dedication to Kaduna’s development through robust motions and bills. The governor assured citizens that the budget would focus on critical sectors, including infrastructure, health, education, and agriculture, to foster inclusive growth across the state.
Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Yusuf Liman, hailed the signing of the budget as a milestone achievement. He lauded Governor Sani for his inclusive leadership and commitment to rural and urban development. Liman emphasized the administration’s resolve to complete abandoned projects, initiate new ones, and create an enabling environment for sustainable growth.
A notable highlight of the budget is the increased allocation to agriculture, which rose from 7% in the current fiscal year to 9.5% in 2025. Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Kaduna’s economy, contributing 42% to the state’s GDP, with further growth expected as the sector receives renewed focus.
