By: Joshua Weng Chuwang
The Gombe State Government has reiterated its commitment to promoting the inclusion and integration of Persons with disabilities.
The Governor of the State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, signed the N619.95 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, with a special allocation for the Gombe State Commission for Persons with Disabilities.
The “Budget of Consolidation”, which was signed on Monday, December 29, 2025, at the Council Chamber of the Government House, Gombe, reflected the government’s efforts in protecting the interests of vulnerable persons in the state.
“This administration remains fully committed to responding to the needs and aspirations of our people with a budget that is realistic, responsible, and centred on the citizens,” the Governor said.
“In the history of Gombe State, no government has touched the lives of the people across so many sectors like this one. From health and education to infrastructure and social support, the impact is visible.”
The budget prioritises critical sectors, including education, health, social investment, and environmental preservation, with a deliberate allocation to empower the institutional capacity of the Gombe State Commission for Persons with Disabilities to advance inclusion, accessibility, and protection.
