
Niger State is the largest state in Nigeria by land area and is home to the Kainji Dam, the country's largest hydroelectric power plant. The state is rich in natural resources including gold, iron ore, and limestone. Minna is a growing commercial centre and the state has significant agricultural and solid mineral potential.
Key observations from Niger State State's 2024 budget
Niger State State's total budget for 2024 is ₦328.00 Billion. This budget is perfectly balanced.
The largest single sector allocation is infrastructure, receiving ₦88.00 Billion. This accounts for 26.8% of the total budget.
The primary source of revenue is faac, contributing ₦218.00 Billion. This represents 66.5% 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.