ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Enugu State Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has presented the 2023 budget estimates of N166.62 billion for consideration and approval, to the State House of Assembly.
Ugwuanyi, while presenting the budget proposal christened “Relay Budget”, disclosed that the budget is 10.73 per cent lower than 2022 budget.
The Governor noted that out of the total budget size, the sum of N81.9 billion representing 49 per cent of the total budget is for Recurrent Expenditure while the sum of N84.6 billion is for Capital Expenditure, representing 51 per cent of the budget size.
He said the key deliverables of the 2023 Budget includes construction of projects as well as completion of all ongoing rural and urban projects, rehabilitation of Oji water scheme as well as urban reform water project.
The Governor said the budget was tagged relay budget because this is the last budget he will present as Excutuve governor of Enugu State, adding that other key deliveries of 2023 budget includes procurement of learning materials in basic education among other projects.
“I thank the almighty God for giving us the opportunity to serve Enugu state in my best interest as have being fair to all citizens of the State,” he said.
Speaking further, the Governor commended the support accorded his administration in the last seven years, saying: “it’s a great experience working with Enugu house of assembly members.”
He reiterated his administration’s commitment to continue to provide developmental projects in the state.
He said: “As we elect a new governor in 2023, it is our wish that the incoming government will consolidate on our achievements.”
On his part, the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Hon Edward Ubosi, commended the Governor for his administration efforts in providing developmental projects since he assumed office.
“We are happy working with your administration. I am happy as I am leaving this office because of our good working relationship. If you will come as a governor again, please consider me as a Speaker,” he said