
Oyo State is one of the largest states in Nigeria by land area and population. Its capital Ibadan was formerly the largest city in sub-Saharan Africa. The state is a major hub for commerce, agriculture, and education, home to the University of Ibadan — Nigeria's oldest university.
Key observations from Oyo State State's 2024 budget
Oyo State State's total budget for 2024 is ₦479.00 Billion. This budget is perfectly balanced.
The largest single sector allocation is education, receiving ₦130.00 Billion. This accounts for 27.1% of the total budget.
The primary source of revenue is faac, contributing ₦248.00 Billion. This represents 51.8% 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.