By Rabi’u Ishaq Muhammad:
Bauchi State Ministry of Education has reiterated its commitment to advancing the quality of education in the state.
The state Commissioner for Education, Dr. Lawan Muhammad Rimin Zayam, stated this while defending the ministry’s 2026 budget proposal before the Bauchi State House of Assembly Committee on Education.
Dr. Lawan disclosed that the ministry has achieved 69 percent performance in the implementation of its 2025 budget, describing the progress as a reflection of ongoing reforms in the sector.
He revealed that the ministry’s budget envelope for 2026 stands at over ₦11 billion, adding that the proposal is tailored towards improving educational standards through staff recruitment and the execution of key projects across the state.
He noted that the education sector remains a major beneficiary of Governor Bala Mohammed’s significant investments, which he said have been instrumental in the steady growth and development recorded in recent years.
Earlier, Chairman of the House Committee on Education, Dr. Nasiru Ahmed Ala, said the essence of the budget defence exercise is to thoroughly scrutinize proposals submitted by ministries, departments, and agencies.
He emphasized that the committee is committed to ensuring that approved budgets reflect value-driven programmes aimed at enhancing the well-being of citizens and strengthening the education system in the state.
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