The chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Council, Olorogun Jaro Egbo, on Thursday, presented the council’s 2025 budget estimate of N17,605,816,542.12 to the Legislative Arm for consideration and approval.
Tagged “Budget of Meaningful Development,” Egbo described the fiscal plan as a strategic tool aimed at fostering progress, with a strong focus on infrastructure, youth and women empowerment, sustainable health programs, and revenue improvement.
Budget Breakdown
Providing a detailed breakdown of the budget, Egbo outlined the allocations as follows:
Recurrent expenditure: N12.2 billion
Overhead costs: N4.19 billion
Personnel emoluments: N8.01 billion
Capital expenditure: N5.4 billion
According to the chairman, the capital expenditure will fund people-oriented projects across the 20 wards in the local government, ensuring that developmental efforts reach every part of the council.
Revenue Growth and Fiscal Responsibility
Egbo emphasized the need to broaden the council’s revenue base by plugging financial leakages and enhancing internally generated revenue (IGR).
He assured stakeholders that due process, transparency, and accountability would guide budget implementation to ensure effective service delivery.
Commitment to Empowerment and Security
Reaffirming his administration’s focus on youth and women empowerment, Egbo highlighted it as a key strategy for reducing unemployment and crime within the local government.
He also stressed the importance of peace and security in protecting lives and property in Ughelli North.
Collaboration with the Legislative House
Expressing appreciation for the cordial working relationship between the executive and legislative arms of the local government, Egbo called for sustained collaboration to achieve the administration’s development agenda, in line with the MORE Agenda of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.
Handing over a copy of the budget estimates to the Legislative House, the chairman urged councillors to approve and pass it into appropriation bylaws.
He assured them of his administration’s commitment to the welfare of the people and called on all stakeholders to support the government’s vision for greater socio-economic development in Ughelli North.
