
Kwara State is the gateway between northern and southern Nigeria. Ilorin, its capital, was once the southernmost emirate city and blends Yoruba, Hausa, and Fulani cultures seamlessly. The state has a growing technology sector and is home to several federal universities and research institutions.
Key observations from Kwara State State's 2024 budget
Kwara State State's total budget for 2024 is ₦258.00 Billion. This budget is perfectly balanced.
The largest single sector allocation is education, receiving ₦75.00 Billion. This accounts for 29.1% of the total budget.
The primary source of revenue is faac, contributing ₦175.00 Billion. This represents 67.8% 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.