Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has approved a substantial budget of N750,282,200,000 for the 2025 fiscal year, following its swift passage by the Abia State House of Assembly (source). Governor Otti praised the lawmakers for their diligence, emphasizing that this budget will enable his administration to enhance service delivery and reshape the state’s narrative as one of Nigeria’s dirtiest states in 2023.
Remarkably, 82% of the budget is earmarked for capital expenditure, aiming to tackle infrastructure and development challenges despite higher expenses from the new national minimum wage and regular pension payments. Otti highlighted ongoing projects expected to reach completion by 2025, such as several key roads and improvements in hospitals and schools, demonstrating his commitment to transformational governance.
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Abia State Governor Alex Otti has approved a ₦750 billion budget for 2025, focusing on infrastructure, healthcare, education, and economic growth. Residents anticipate positive impacts, hoping for transparent implementation.