Governor Mutfwang presents 2025 State Budget of N471 Billion to Plateau House of Assembly
By Comfort Pius Akudiang, Jos
Governor Caleb Mutfwang presented the 2025 state budget, amounting to N471,134,093,541.00, to the Plateau State House of Assembly in Jos on Monday.
During his presentation, Governor Mutfwang detailed that the budget comprises a recurrent component of N201,522,433,264.00, which accounts for 43 percent of the total allocation, and a capital budget estimated at N268,611,660,277.00, representing 57 percent of the overall budget.
The proposed budget marks an increase of N156,278,944,988.00 over the approved budget for 2024. The governor emphasized that the budget reflects the state government’s unwavering commitment to fostering peace and prosperity in Plateau State, highlighting the importance of building on the solid foundation that has been established.
Mutfwang expressed the government’s desire to consolidate past achievements while reigniting their vision for transforming and revitalizing the state through various projects and programs across all sectors of the economy.
He acknowledged the numerous challenges faced in recent years, particularly in terms of insecurity and economic downturns, pledging that the government will collaborate closely with security agencies and the citizens of Plateau to address these pressing issues.
This 2025 budget, which Mutfwang described as one of consolidation and sustainability, illustrates the government’s dedication to reinforcing previous successes and ensuring the continued growth and development of Plateau State.
Gabriel Kudangbena Dewan, the speaker of the state assembly while responding promised that the assembly will do justice to the appropriation bill
