Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has not resorted to borrowing for project execution since assuming office, and the 2026 budget will be implemented without new loans, the Commissioner of Planning and Budget, Mutktar Ahmed Moronvia, has clarified.
In a statement released by the Chief Press Secretary, Malam Ibraheem Musa, Moronvia explained that the 2026 budget will be funded through the state’s statutory allocations, internally generated revenue, and grants. A
He noted that some sections of the media have misunderstood the loans drawdown component, making clarification necessary.
Moronvia emphasized that it was previous administrations that secured loans, and the current government is only drawing down from those existing facilities.
“Terminating the loans agreements prematurely will lead to penalties higher than the cost of interest repayments on servicing the loans,” he said.
He added, “Despite immense financial pressures, the administration of Malam Uba Sani has continued to service the loan commitments for both principal and accrued interest negotiated and taken by the previous administration.”
“The Malam Uba Sani Government will continue to serve the good people of Kaduna State with prudence and will be inclusive in providing development projects. No amount of lies and misleading information will distract the government in achieving this goal,” Moronvia promised.
The Commissioner also commended Governor Sani for synchronizing the fiscal and calendar years, noting that the 2026 budget operations began on January 1.
Governor Sani had earlier signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law on December 22, 2025, allocating the largest share of 25% of the N985.9 billion budget to education.
He stated that ₦698.9 billion, or 70.9 percent, is devoted to capital expenditure aimed at infrastructure development, economic growth, and improved service delivery, while recurrent expenditure stands at ₦287 billion, representing 29.1 percent, to ensure essential government functions operate efficiently.
Breaking down the budget, the Governor said, “Education got 25 percent of the budget because we believe that knowledge is the most powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty and securing the future of our children.”
“Infrastructure and rural transformation also account for 25 percent, reflecting our determination to open up communities, connect markets, and stimulate economic activity across the state. Health takes 15 percent, affirming our conviction that a healthy population is the foundation of productivity and human dignity. Agriculture and food security receive 11.65 percent, reinforcing our commitment to feeding our people, empowering farmers, and strengthening our local economy,” he added.
Titled the Budget of “Consolidation Of Transformation For Inclusive Development,” the Governor revealed that N100 million has been earmarked for every ward in Kaduna State for community-driven projects, with residents determining priorities and driving development from the grassroots.
