The State House headquarters will gulp a whopping N43,191,309,690 billion in 2026, as fresh budget details reveal how Nigeria’s seat of power plans to spend public funds on everything from electricity and internet access to welfare packages, food supplies and sitting allowances.Of this amount, capital expenditure takes the lion’s share with N30.49 billion, followed by N10.06 billion earmarked for overhead costs, while personnel expenses account for N2.64 billion.
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima will spend a combined N8.74 billion on local and foreign travels in 2026.The figures also reveal that maintaining executive mobility will come at a premium, with the Presidential Air Fleet projected to gulp N14.7 billion to support presidential and vice-presidential operations.
Domestic travel is also well provided for, allowing officials to maintain close links with states, agencies and institutions nationwide.From the President’s own travel budget outlook, N6.14 billion is set aside for international journeys.
The Vice President’s office has a more modest spending scale. A total of N1.73 billion has been budgeted for travel and transport, with N1.31 billion earmarked for international engagements.
Behind these movements is the Presidential Air Fleet, one of the most critical enablers of executive mobility.
In 2026, the fleet is projected to cost N14.7 billion to operate. This includes N1.55 billion for aircraft fuel and N1.26 billion for maintenance, ensuring that aircraft are safe, reliable and mission-ready.
In addition, over N1.25 billion has been allocated for international training transport for pilots and crews.Food-related expenses also feature prominently. The supply of foodstuff and catering materials is budgeted at N77.12 million, while refreshments and meals will take another N150.07 million. Together, these figures underline the continuous demand for catering services at Aso Rock, where meetings, events and official functions are part of daily life.
Keeping the fleet moving is another major expense. Maintenance of motor vehicles and transport equipment is allocated N220.53 million, covering repairs, servicing and upkeep of official vehicles used for operations within and outside the State House.
The buildings themselves also require constant attention. Maintenance of office buildings and residential quarters will cost N102.45 million, ensuring that offices, official residences and support facilities remain functional and secure.
Healthcare needs are not left out. Drugs and medical supplies are allocated N43.62 million, pointing to the cost of providing medical support within the State House complex.
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