Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has signed the 2025 Appropriation Bill of ₦375.7 billion into law, emphasizing its potential to revitalize the state’s economy and drive his administration’s shared prosperity agenda. Dubbed the “Budget of Sustainable Impact,” the bill was assented to during a ceremony at the Governor’s Office in Ado-Ekiti.
Governor Oyebanji expressed gratitude to the State House of Assembly for the prompt passage of the bill, reaffirming his commitment to bridging infrastructure gaps, ensuring food security, and creating wealth.The Governor highlighted the priority areas for 2025, including agriculture, food security, wealth creation, and infrastructural development. He assured that the budget would allow for the completion of ongoing projects and the provision of infrastructure to drive economic transformation across Ekiti State. Commending President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, which have increased federal revenue allocations,
Oyebanji noted that these changes have bolstered the state’s capacity to implement its ambitious plans.Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye, Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, described the budget as a testament to the government’s dedication to the welfare of all Ekiti residents. He lauded the legislature’s emphasis on transparency and accountability during the budget’s deliberation process. Governor Oyebanji called on legislators to continue prioritizing Ekiti’s development over partisan interests, promising that the “Budget of Sustainable Impact” would consolidate past achievements while setting the stage for a thriving 2025.
