Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has signed into law the 2024 budget of N258,278,501,339.00.
Bello signed the 2024 budget and three other bills into law at the Executive Chambers, Government House, Lokoja on Wednesday
The Governor expressed confidence that the incoming administration would consolidate on the foundation of development laid down by his administration.
He said his administration has laid a very solid foundation and would further continue to create an enabling environment, whereby the incoming government will be able to source for funds to implement the budget to the benefit of the people of the state.
He noted that the budget, tagged, ‘Budget of Consolidation and Continuity for Inclusive Growth’, would enhance further development and place Kogi on another growth pedestal.
Bello commended the lawmakers for the speedy and expeditious passage of the bill, noting that the incoming administration would ensure smooth implementation with little difficulty.
He particularly commended the Speaker for his unwavering loyalty and commitment to the growth and development of the state, expressing confidence that Ahmed Usman Ododo would be in safe hands, and the state will attain the height so desired.
The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Umar Yusuf, while presenting the 2024 budget for the governor’s assent, said the Assembly applied due diligence in considering the budget, and also engaged with all the MDAs to ensure a true reflection of the interest of the citizenry.
He disclosed that the House also passed some other bills, such as a bill to amend and re-enact the Kogi State Local Government Law, Kogi State Oil Producing Area Development Commission bill, (KOSOPADEC), and the bill to amend the College of Nursing and Midwifery Obagende
