Olu Samuel, Lokoja

Kogi State Governor, His Excellency Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo, has signed the 2025 appropriation bill into law .

The signing ceremony was held on Monday at the Glass House, Government House, Lokoja.

A statement issued by the Special adviser to the governor, Ismail lsah noted that the significant move paves the way for the implementation of the state’s budget, which aims to stimulate job creation, infrastructure development, food security, and staff welfare.

The 2025 budget estimates, totaling N582,404,119.489, represent a 43.34% increase from the revised 2024 budget of N406,321,130,013. The budget is expected to address key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, and economic development.

While presenting the Appropriation Bill for the Governor’s accent, the Speaker Kogi State House of Assembly, RT Hon Aliyu Umar appealed to the Governor to spread the “Budget of inclusivity” to all the state constituencies for an enhanced development.

“,By signing the appropriation bill into law, Governor Ododo has demonstrated his commitment to shaping the financial future of Kogi State.” He said.

According to him, “The move is expected to have a positive impact on the state’s economy and the lives of its citizens”.