Adamawa Exco Approves N36.8bn for Budgetary Support, Infrastructure
Adamawa Exco Approves N36.8bn for Budgetary Support, Infrastructure
The Adamawa State Executive Council approves projects and budgetary provisions worth over N36.8 billion aimed at improving infrastructure, strengthening government operations, and enhancing the welfare of residents across the state.
The Adamawa State Executive Council has approved projects and budgetary provisions worth over N36.8 billion aimed at improving infrastructure, strengthening government operations, and enhancing the welfare of residents across the state.
The approvals were made during the 9th Executive Council meeting of 2026, which was presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Umaru Fintiri at the Government House in Yola.
Briefing journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Barrister Leader Leneke, said the council approved the remodelling and renovation of the Adamawa State Governor’s Lodge in Kaduna at a cost of over N154 million.
Leneke also disclosed that the council approved an amendment to the 2026 revised budget estimates, providing additional funding from the contingency reserve for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). According to him, the adjustment is valued at more than N36 billion.
The commissioner further revealed that Governor Fintiri directed the Commissioner for Special Duties to oversee the Ministry of Livestock and approved the transfer of the Ministry of Energy to the Ministry of Works, thereby restoring the Ministry of Works and Energy Development.
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He added that the governor directed all ministries to submit reports on ongoing projects through the Office of the Chief of Staff before next week to facilitate effective monitoring and implementation.
Also approved by the council was a contract worth over N742 million for the construction of a pedestrian bridge across Galadima Aminu Way, popularly known as Bank Road, in Yola.
Speaking on the project, the Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Engineer Suleiman Muhammad, said the bridge is expected to be completed within three months.
He explained that the project is designed to improve pedestrian safety, reduce accidents, and enhance security along the busy corridor.
The approvals underscore the state government’s commitment to infrastructure development, efficient public service delivery, and the implementation of projects aimed at improving the quality of life of the people of Adamawa State.
