By Israel Bulus, Kaduna
Chairman of Jema’a Local Government Area, Hon. Peter Tanko Dogara, has described Kaduna State’s 2025 budget as a historic and people-oriented financial plan that speaks directly to the needs of citizens across the state.
Reacting to Governor Uba Sani’s presentation of the nearly ₦1 trillion Appropriation Bill, the largest in Kaduna’s history, Dogara said the budget rekindles confidence, especially in rural communities that have long grappled with insecurity, poor infrastructure and limited access to essential services.
“Every budget carries a story. This one speaks about the people,” Dogara said on Wednesday, praising what he called the administration’s growing capacity to boost internally generated revenue.
He noted that the governor’s emphasis on agriculture, security, education, healthcare and infrastructure aligns strongly with his own 5-point development agenda for Jema’a, which prioritises primary healthcare, basic education, empowerment and agriculture, security, and investment.
Dogara said the proposed funding for agricultural support programmes, healthcare revitalisation, school rehabilitation and security reinforcement would have direct impact on vulnerable households, farmers, and youth across the southern Kaduna corridor.
“What matters more here, especially to me as Chairman of Jema’a, is the intention behind the figures. These reflect the everyday needs of our people,” he said.
“I am happy that the budget is bringing hope for our people and Kaduna State in general.”
He pledged to aggressively lobby for increased allocation to Jema’a Local Government, saying the council would ensure full implementation of whatever funds are approved.
“As chairman, I will do everything possible to push for more funds for the good of my people. When the budget is passed, we shall ensure that the people benefit. That, to me, is what leadership is all about,” Dogara added.
PUNCH Reports that the 2025 budget, themed “Sustainable Growth and Shared Prosperity,” is expected to prioritise security operations, rural roads, agricultural value chains, and social services, areas considered critical to restoring economic stability and rebuilding trust between government and citizens.
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