The Kano State Government has proposed allocating ₦332 billion to education in its 2027 budget, making the sector the largest beneficiary of the state’s spending plan.
The allocation represents 30 per cent of the proposed ₦1.107 trillion budget presented by Governor Abba Yusuf to the Kano State House of Assembly on Wednesday.
The governor said the funding would improve access to quality education, strengthen institutions and support human capital development.
He described the investment as part of his administration’s efforts to consolidate progress and improve learning outcomes across the state.
“This substantial allocation to education demonstrates our determination to consolidate the gains recorded in the sector and sustain reforms that improve learning outcomes across the state,” Yusuf said.
Kano Recruits 8,588 Teachers in 2026
Yusuf highlighted the recruitment of 8,588 teachers during the 2026 fiscal year as one of his administration’s major education interventions.
The figure includes 4,900 permanent teachers and 3,688 recruited under the Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA) programme.
The government also paid examination fees for more than 150,000 students sitting for NECO, NBAIS and NABTEB examinations.
Other interventions included settling outstanding boarding school feeding obligations and rehabilitating educational facilities.
The administration also supported students preparing for JAMB/UTME examinations by providing application forms, registration assistance and preparatory training.
Governor Highlights Kano’s NECO Performance
The governor said Kano maintained its leading position on the 2026 NECO performance chart for the second consecutive year.
He pledged continued investment in teacher development, school infrastructure and instructional materials.
The administration also plans to expand digital learning facilities across educational institutions.
“We will continue to invest in teacher development, school infrastructure, instructional materials and digital learning facilities to strengthen education as the foundation for sustainable development,” Yusuf said.
₦332bn Allocation Exceeds UNESCO Education Benchmark
The proposed 30 per cent allocation exceeds UNESCO’s recommended benchmark of 15 to 20 per cent of public spending for education.
However, Northern Nigeria continues to face significant educational challenges, including low school enrolment, teacher shortages and inadequate infrastructure.
The region also accounts for a substantial number of Nigeria’s out-of-school children.
Although Kano’s proposed allocation represents a major budget commitment, its actual impact will depend on implementation and the release of approved funds.
Civil society groups are expected to scrutinise how the government spends the allocation and whether the investment improves educational outcomes.
The proposal now forms part of Kano’s 2027 fiscal plan, which requires legislative consideration before implementation.
