
Adamawa State, bordering Cameroon, is named after the Fulani leader Modibo Adama who established the Emirate of Adamawa in the 19th century. The state has spectacular natural scenery including the Mandara Mountains and the Benue and Gongola rivers. Yola is a growing commercial centre and the state has significant agricultural and livestock resources.
Key observations from Adamawa State State's 2024 budget
Adamawa State State's total budget for 2024 is ₦252.00 Billion. This budget is perfectly balanced.
The largest single sector allocation is agriculture, receiving ₦68.00 Billion. This accounts for 27.0% of the total budget.
The primary source of revenue is faac, contributing ₦175.00 Billion. This represents 69.4% of the total expected revenue.
Common budget terms explained
Internally Generated Revenue. Money collected by the state internally (taxes, fines).
Federation Account Allocation Committee. Funds distributed from the federal government.
Money spent on long-term physical assets like roads, schools, and hospitals.
Money spent on day-to-day operations like salaries and overhead costs.
When a state plans to spend more money than it expects to collect in revenue.