Amanze Chinonye
Governor Caleb Mutfwang on Wednesday presented a ₦914.8 billion budget for the 2026 fiscal year to the Plateau State House of Assembly, calling on lawmakers to support his administration’s agenda of deepening peace, security, and inclusive development across the state.
The budget, titled “Budget of Consolidation and Sustainability 2.0,” is anchored on three strategic pillars: Peace, Security and Good Governance; Sustainable Economic Rebirth; and Physical Infrastructure Development. Priority sectors include agriculture, mining, transport, ICT, housing, health, and youth empowerment.
Governor Mutfwang emphasised the need for bipartisan support, stating, “Let us work together so that the peace we seek is not just a slogan but a lived reality across Plateau State.” He urged the Assembly to expedite the passage of the Appropriation Bill to ensure timely implementation of critical projects.
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Budget highlights:
- Total proposed budget: ₦914.8 billion
- Focus: Capital expenditure to drive infrastructure and economic renewal
- Revenue sources: Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), federal statutory allocations, grants, and the state Capital Development Fund
- Sectoral coverage: Administrative functions, economic development, social services, and law & justice
The proposed 2026 budget marks a significant increase from the 2025 estimate, reflecting the administration’s ambitious plans to expand development programs while addressing persistent security challenges in the state.
Plateau has faced recurring communal conflicts and security issues that have affected investments and livelihoods. By placing peace and security at the forefront, the Mutfwang administration aims to create a stable environment conducive to sustainable growth.
Mutfwang’s 2026 budget presentation signals a strong commitment to linking economic growth with peace-building, infrastructure development, and good governance, a strategy the state hopes will deliver tangible improvements for its citizens.
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