Sokoto State Government has announced the approved allocation of N250 million in the 2026 budget to strengthen the activities of the state committee on food and nutrition.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Hajia Maryam Ahmad Barade stated at the 2026 first quarter meeting of the committee, held at Kamba Motel in Kebbi State.

Barade who is also the chairperson of the Sokoto State Committee on food and nutrition also expressed appreciation to UNICEF for its continued support in providing nutritional commodities to the state.

She also commended the Chairman of ALGON, who was represented by Hon. Bello Sambo, Vice Chairman of Dange Shuni Local Government, for his commitment to improving nutrition initiatives.

The Permanent Secretary was represented at the meeting by the Director of Economic Planning, Sani Abdullahi. In their goodwill messages, various stakeholders reaffirmed their support for the committee’s activities. Bello Sambo delivered a goodwill message on behalf of all Vice Chairmen of Local Governments.