Adamawa Exco Approves N36.8bn For Budgetary Support, Infrastructure Development

The Adamawa State Executive Council has approved projects and budgetary provisions valued at over N36.8 billion to boost infrastructure development, strengthen government operations, and improve the welfare of residents across the state.

The approvals were made during the 9th Executive Council Meeting of 2026, presided over by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri at the Government House, Yola.

Briefing journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Barrister Iliya James Leader Leneke, disclosed that the council approved the remodelling and renovation of the Adamawa State Governor’s Lodge in Kaduna at a cost of more than N154 million.

Leneke also announced that the council approved an amendment to the 2026 revised budget estimates, allowing additional funding from the contingency reserve to Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). He stated that the adjustment is valued at over N36 billion and is intended to support critical government programmes and activities.

The commissioner further revealed that Governor Fintiri directed the Commissioner for Special Duties to oversee the Ministry of Livestock. He added that the council approved the transfer of the Ministry of Energy to the Ministry of Works, restoring the ministry as the Ministry of Works and Energy Development.

According to Leneke, the governor also directed all ministries to submit reports on ongoing projects through the Office of the Chief of Staff before next week to ensure effective monitoring, coordination, and implementation of government projects.

In another major decision, the council approved a contract worth over N742 million for the construction of a pedestrian bridge across Galadima Aminu Way, popularly known as Bank Road, in Yola.

Speaking on the project, the Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Engineer Suleiman Muhammad, said the pedestrian bridge is expected to be completed within three months.

He explained that the project is aimed at improving pedestrian safety, reducing accidents, and enhancing security along the busy road corridor.

The approvals underscore the Fintiri administration’s commitment to infrastructure development, efficient public service delivery, and the implementation of people-oriented projects designed to improve the quality of life of citizens across Adamawa State.