Stakeholders in Bauchi State have asked the government to make girls’ education a top priority in the 2026 Budget for Bauchi. They want funds to help girls learn in safe and fair schools.
This call was made during a Girls’ Budget Townhall with the theme, “Our Voices, Our Budget: Girls Speak for Inclusive Education 2026.” The meeting was led by the Young Leaders Network (YLN) with support from the Malala Fund.
Why Girls’ Education Matters in 2026 Budget Bauchi
The Executive Director of YLN, Seun Justin, said education money is not just about figures. He called it a “moral document” that shows what leaders care about.
He warned that “if girls are missing in the numbers, they will remain missing in classrooms.” He asked the Bauchi government, groups, and partners to ensure that girls are included in the 2026 Budget for Bauchi.
Girls Raise Their Voices
Girls and young women in Bauchi spoke strongly about the need for better education funding. They want the 2026 Budget for Bauchi to provide more help for girls, especially those who are out of school, young mothers, or facing early marriage.
Justin explained that many problems still stop girls from learning. These include poor schools in rural areas, no chance for young mothers to return to school, lack of water and toilets, and no pad banks for menstrual hygiene.
Key Problems in Bauchi Schools
Stakeholders listed many barriers that block girls’ education. They said:
- There are not enough female teachers with proper training.
- Classrooms are overcrowded.
- Some schools do not have water, toilets, or safe spaces.
- Insecurity also keeps some girls away from school.
- Budget money is often released late or not well tracked.
These problems make it hard for girls to stay in school and succeed.
Demands for the 2026 Budget Bauchi
The communiqué from the meeting gave clear demands for the 2026 Budget Bauchi. Stakeholders asked for:
- Funding for school re-entry for young mothers.
- Better WASH facilities like toilets and clean water.
- Pad banks and menstrual health programmes.
- More female teachers trained with gender skills.
- Stronger accountability in school budgets.
- More classrooms, libraries, and ICT centres.
- Upgrading junior schools to senior schools in rural areas.
- Support for projects like AGILE to give girls more learning opportunities.
Final Thoughts on 2026 Budget Bauchi
The message from the townhall was clear: the 2026 Budget Bauchi must include strong plans for girls’ education. Without this, cycles of poverty and exclusion will continue.
Conclusion
The 2026 Budget Bauchi is not just about numbers. It is about giving girls a fair chance to learn and grow. If the state invests in education, it will create a brighter future for families and communities. To explore more resources on gender and education, visit genderpedia.ng/shop.
