The Bauchi State government has announced plans to spend N112.7 billion on education in 2026, covering all levels from primary schools to universities.
The disclosure was made by Gov. Bala Mohammed during the combined eighth, ninth, and 10th convocation ceremony of Sa’adu Zungur University, Gadau.
The funding is part of the state’s continued effort to improve learning infrastructure, support staff, and enhance student welfare.
Gov. Bala Mohammed said the government has consistently allocated over 15% of its annual budget to education, aiming to strengthen access, learning outcomes, and infrastructure across all levels.
“Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State says his administration has allocated N112.7 billion for the education sector in 2026, underscoring commitment to boosting human capital development,” the NAN report read.
“He said that over 15% of the state’s annual budgets had consistently been allocated to education.”
“N58.02 billion has been earmarked for higher education in the 2026 budget, including N40.6 billion for capital projects such as classrooms, hostels, laboratories, ICT centres and staff quarters.”
The remaining portion of the budget will fund primary and secondary education, teacher welfare, learning materials, and school infrastructure across the state.
