Stories from ABBAS GUNGURA, Bauchi
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State recently presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the State House of Assembly at the Sir Ahmadu Bello International Conference Centre, Bauchi.
The budget, tagged, ‘Budget of Hope and Sustainability’, reflected the administration’s commitment to inclusive governance, long-term development planning and strategic investment in key economic sectors.
The presentation was attended by lawmakers, cabinet members, traditional rulers, civil society groups and development partners.
Governor Mohammed explained that the 2026 budget was designed to consolidate ongoing reforms while responding to emerging economic realities at both state and national levels.
He highlighted key allocations focusing on education, healthcare, agriculture, rural roads, water supply and youth empowerment, describing them as critical to transforming livelihoods across the state.
He reaffirmed his administration’s determination to complete ongoing projects and initiate new ones that will drive productivity, expand job opportunities and strengthen local economies, stressing prudent resource management and transparency in public expenditure.
The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Abubakar Y. Sulaiman, commended the governor for presenting a people-oriented budget and pledged support for a timely and thorough legislative review.
Sulaiman expressed confidence that the 2026 ‘Budget of Hope and Sustainability’ would accelerate development and improve service delivery across Bauchi State.
Bauchi gov praises Chinese investors for driving industrial growth
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering transparent and mutually beneficial partnerships with investors interested in operating in the state.
The governor made the remarks during a courtesy visit with the management of China’s Shandong Minsheng Group at Government House, Bauchi.
He recalled the 2023 agreement between Bauchi State and Shandong Province, which opened new avenues for economic diplomacy and accelerated industrial growth and mining activities across the state.
Governor Mohammed commended the group for adhering to timelines, promoting inclusivity and engaging host communities—a departure from past practices that often excluded local populations and deprived the government of revenue.
He also praised the company for training local workers and engaging communities, noting that the joint venture operates under Nigerian and Chinese laws with clear roles and timelines.
The Governor assured investors of adequate security across the state and instructed host communities to safeguard company properties.
Chairman of the group, Mr. Yu Tao, expressed gratitude to the state government for the partnership and affirmed the company’s commitment to responsible investment, job creation and delivering lasting value to both Nigeria and China.