States get special N435bn for security, infrastructure

Nigeria's state governments have received N435bn in special funding for security and infrastructure between January and June 2026, according to budget implementation reports. The funding, classified under code 11010313 in state financial records, is distinct from FAAC's conventional statutory allocations and is being distributed as regular FAAC revenue.

This intervention aims to address Nigeria's pressing issues of insecurity and infrastructure deficit, which have been exacerbated by factors such as banditry, kidnappings, poor road conditions, and the removal of petrol subsidy. The government has recently intensified efforts to tackle the security crisis, including expanding the Nigerian Army and approving the recruitment of additional soldiers.

The funding comes as part of President Bola Tinubu's Infrastructure Support Fund, which was approved in July 2023 to help states invest in critical areas like roads, agriculture, health, education, and power.

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