Gov Okpebholo sign 2026 Appropriation Bill of N939 Billion Into Law

 

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has signed the 2026 Appropriation bill of N939 billion, tagged ‘Budget of Hope and Growth’ into law after the bill was passed by the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA).

Assenting to the bill at the Government House, Benin City, Governor Okphebholo said the budget of Hope and growth will move Edo State to a greater height.

He said"Let me thank members of the Edo state house of Assembly and the speaker for doing a good Job. I want to thank you for being proactive towards this budget, it was quick and the members did a good Job. I believe this budget of Hope and growth will move Edo State to a greater height".

The speaker Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbebaku who led other members of EDHA to the budget signing appreciated the governor for his developmental stride which has positively transformed the State and the people benefiting from his practical governance style.

He noted that history has been made by the Okpebholo led administration for judiciously utilizing Edo State resources in developing and transforming the State.

"We are here today to present to you for your assent the 2026 appropriate bill passed into law by EDHA. The important sectors of the economy benefited from this budget for example Agriculture and work sectors of the Edo economy. These sectors are the two areas that Edo people will greatly benefit from. Food  and infrastructure are critical for the well-being of the people.

"History has been made by this administration as you are hungry to develop Edo State. Your administration is building the first and second flyover bridge in Edo State and you will be remembered by the people because these are landmark projects.

"The governor is hungry to develop Edo State to enable Edo people live a comfortable and better life. This budget will perform 100 per cent and Edo people will see what you do with the funds we appropriate for you.

"The money appropriated for you in the last one year is well spent and Edo people are better for it. We are presenting the year 2026 approved  appropriation bill for your ascent".


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