James Emejo in Abuja
The total annual budget of the 36 states of the federation rose by 45 per cent to N36.98 trillion in 2026, from N25.58 trillion in 2025, according to a report by Promad Foundation.
The figure also indicated a 129 per cent increase compared to N16.15 trillion in states’ combined appropriation in 2024, and 11.17 trillion in 2023.