The Adamawa State Executive Council has approved a ₦169.106 billion supplementary budget for the 2026 fiscal year. This move follows the state government's access to additional funds from the Federation, which could not be expended until duly captured in the state budget. The supplementary appropriation raises Adamawa State's total 2026 budget to ₦752,437,409,399. The additional funds will be distributed among Ministries, Departments, and Agencies based on identified needs and development priorities.
The supplementary budget provides the legal framework for the utilisation of the additional funds. Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Leader Leneke, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the outcome of the 16th State Executive Council meeting, presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. The council meeting took place at the Council Chamber, Government House, Yola. Leneke explained that the funds will be used to address critical infrastructure needs across the state.
Beyond the supplementary budget, the council approved several major projects aimed at expanding infrastructure and improving public services. One of the major approvals is ₦6.307 billion for the supply and installation of integrated solar-powered streetlights along the 21-kilometre Superhighway and the 1,000 Housing Estate in Malkohi. This project aims to enhance security and visibility in these areas.
The council also approved ₦690.98 million for the rehabilitation of the main hospital and staff quarters at the Cottage Hospital in Lamurde. Additionally, ₦1.783 billion was approved for the procurement of modern medical equipment, including an S11 Plus ultrasound scanner and a FibroScan 360. Another ₦462.82 million was approved for the procurement of a modern dialysis machine. These projects aim to improve healthcare services in the state.
For flood control and urban infrastructure, the council approved ₦484.12 million for the construction of a stormwater drain at Unguwan Magaji in Yola South Local Government Area. Another ₦11.314 billion was approved for the construction of township roads and stormwater drains in Gula, internal road networks at the College of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Studies in Gulak, as well as Shuwa Township Roads I and II.
The council also approved ₦3.217 billion for road networks and stormwater drainage at the Mubi Cattle Market, while ₦3.684 billion was earmarked for access and internal road networks at the new Building Materials Market along the Numan Road axis. At the new NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Malkohi, Yola South, ₦376.97 million was approved for the construction of a four-metre-by-1.2-metre stormwater drainage system.
The government said the projects form part of efforts to deploy available resources towards infrastructure renewal, improved healthcare and education, expanded electricity access, and better living conditions across Adamawa State. Meanwhile, the state government has renewed its appeal to residents, particularly those in riverine and flood-prone communities, to remain vigilant as the rainy season approaches its end. Residents were advised to take necessary precautions to safeguard lives and property from possible flooding.
Key points
- The Adamawa State Executive Council has approved a ₦169.106 billion supplementary budget for the 2026 fiscal year.
- The supplementary budget will be used to fund various infrastructure projects across the state, including roads, drainage, healthcare, and electricity.
- The projects aim to improve public services and infrastructure in Adamawa State, enhancing the living conditions of residents.
