{
  "id": 11008841,
  "title": "Yobe begins stakeholders’ consultations on N437bn 2027 budget",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/yobe-begins-stakeholders-consultations-on-n437bn-2027-budget",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-30T18:55:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/30/yobe-begins-stakeholders-consultations-on-n437bn-2027-budget/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Yobe State Government has initiated discussions with citizens and influential stakeholders to craft the 2027 state budget, projecting a N437 billion fiscal plan for the forthcoming financial year. This development was reported in a statement issued by Yusuf Ali, the Digital and Strategic Communications Focal Person for the Yobe State Government. The one-day engagement, held at the Damaturu Local Government Town Hall, gathered traditional rulers, civil society organizations, development partners, community groups, professional associations, and other stakeholders to discuss the needs and aspirations of the people for inclusion in the 2027 budget. State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Alhaji Garba Gagiyo, emphasized that this engagement aligns with the commitment of both the Federal and Yobe State governments to inclusive, transparent, and participatory budgeting, as outlined in the Fiscal Responsibility Act. Gagiyo highlighted that the feedback received from citizens and stakeholders will play a crucial role in shaping the 2027 budget preparation process. He assured the public of the government's commitment to realistic budgeting, transparency, and accountability, stressing that fiscal discipline is vital for achieving sustainable development and delivering projects within the available resources. The Chairperson of the House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, Hon. Ibrahim Buba Kalallawa, pledged the legislature's ongoing support for initiatives aimed at producing a people-oriented budget while boosting internally generated revenue for enhanced development financing. Dr Mohamed Goje, the Secretary to the State Government, declared the engagement open on behalf of Governor Mai Mala Buni, reiterating that citizen engagement and participation remain pivotal to the state's budgetary process. Goje stressed that the administration believes \"government must listen before deciding,\" ensuring that inputs from citizens, civil society organizations, development partners, and other stakeholders will help ensure public expenditure remains responsive to the actual needs of the people. The proposed 2027 budget is estimated at N437 billion, reflecting an average reduction of about N78 billion compared to the previous budget projection. This reduction, according to Goje, reflects the administration's dedication to fiscal realism, budget credibility, and sustainability, rather than formulating projections that may prove challenging to execute. The engagement provided a platform for stakeholders to express their development priorities, challenges, and aspirations, with various groups submitting proposals for potential inclusion in the 2027 budget.",
  "summary": "The Yobe State Government has commenced consultations with citizens and key stakeholders towards the preparation of the 2027 state budget, with the government proposing a N437 billion fiscal plan for the coming financial year. This is contained in a statement by the Focal Person, Digital and Strategic Communications to the Yobe State Government, Yusuf Ali. […] Yobe begins stakeholders’…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}