Kano State Government Allocates N150 Billion for Civil Servants’ Salaries in 2025.

In a significant financial commitment, the Kano State Government has announced an allocation of N150,996,352,990.82 for the payment of monthly salaries and allowances to civil servants and political office holders for the fiscal year 2025. This development follows the recent presentation of the proposed 2025 appropriation bill by Governor Abba Yusuf, which totals N549,160,417,663.00.

Musa Shanono, the Commissioner for the Ministry of Planning and Budget, shared this information during a press briefing. He emphasized that the allocation aligns with the state’s new minimum wage policy, approved under Governor Yusuf’s administration. The total recurrent expenditure for 2025 is projected at N236,525,504,990.82, accounting for 43 percent of the overall budget.

Furthermore, Shanono disclosed that the proposed overhead costs for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) are estimated at N75,567,346,000, and debt service payments are set at N9,961,805,000. The capital expenditure portion of the budget is substantial, amounting to N312,634,912,672.18, which represents 57 percent of the total budget and is earmarked for financing various projects and programs across the state.

The anticipated recurrent revenue for 2025 stands at N449,092,680,142.00, reflecting an 18 percent increase from the previous year, primarily due to heightened internally generated revenue. The Kano State Government remains committed to utilizing these resources effectively to implement significant initiatives and ensure sustainable development in the coming year.

This budgetary framework underscores the administration’s dedication to enhancing public service delivery and economic growth within the state.