Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has formally requested the State House of Assembly to approve a supplementary budget of ₦99,221,503,569.90 for the 2024 fiscal year.
During a plenary session led by Speaker Ismail Falgore, the proposal was presented in alignment with Sections 122 (A) and (B) of the 1999 Constitution. The budget is intended to accelerate the implementation of priority projects aimed at enhancing the welfare of Kano State citizens.
The supplementary budget breakdown includes ₦33.76 billion for personnel expenses, ₦34.49 billion for overhead costs, and ₦30.97 billion for capital investments.
If approved, this will increase the total 2024 budget from ₦437.34 billion to ₦536.56 billion.
State Commissioner for Planning and Budget, Musa Shanono, explained that the supplementary budget will support the payment of the new minimum wage and other critical expenditures.
Additionally, it underscores the government’s focus on infrastructure development, human capital enhancement, and improvements in the health and education sectors.
During the same plenary session, Nassarawa Constituency representative Yusuf Aliyu introduced a motion calling for the rehabilitation of the Gwagwarwa Mini Stadium.
Aliyu emphasized that the stadium’s current dilapidated state has led to its misuse, contributing to drug trafficking and insecurity in the area.
He urged the government to prioritize the stadium’s revitalization to promote sports development and strengthen regional security.