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Delta State Sets Forth N936 Billion 2025 Budget Proposal with Key Developmental Focus
By Divine Perezide
Delta State’s Executive Council has put forth a proposed budget of N936 billion for the 2025 fiscal year, with an internally generated revenue (IGR) target of N140 billion. This announcement followed a State Executive Council (SEC) meeting led by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.
During a briefing with journalists, Commissioner for Economic Planning, Mr. Sonny Ekedayen, provided a breakdown of the budget allocation: N587.4 billion, or 62.75%, is designated for capital expenditures, while N348.7 billion, making up 37.25%, is set for recurrent expenses. Accompanied by Commissioner for Information Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza and other officials, Ekedayen noted that the budget assumes an exchange rate of N1,300 per dollar.
“The total budget is N936.08 billion, divided into N587.36 billion for capital spending and N348.72 billion for recurrent spending,” Ekedayen explained. “This distribution shows our dedication to core sectors while balancing recurrent and capital needs.” He highlighted that the 2025 budget is 29.12% larger than the current year’s allocation, underscoring a commitment to Delta’s growth.
Key focus areas in the proposed budget include agriculture, support for small and medium-sized enterprises, youth empowerment, tourism, entertainment, social welfare, infrastructure, healthcare, and education. Although the proposal awaits review and approval by the State House of Assembly, it emphasizes transparency, accountability, and sustainable funding.
Ekedayen also noted that the 2025 budget would be self-funded without borrowing, with the Federal Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) allocations as the primary revenue source and IGR as a supplementary source. “We are targeting an IGR of at least N140 billion,” he said, adding that this blend of federal allocations and internal revenue will be pivotal in funding state projects for the year.
In addition, Commissioner for Riverine Infrastructure Hon. Ebikeme Clark confirmed that SEC approved Governor Oborevwori’s plan for new projects in Warri South-West, including the construction of a model secondary school in Oporoza and an access road to the Nigeria Maritime University in Okerenkoko.
“The Governor has approved the road project that connects the university’s temporary and permanent sites, benefiting the riverine communities who appreciate his commitment to regional development,” Clark noted.
HIGH CHIEF SUNNY GBEGHA JP CELEBRATES DAUGHTER’S ACADEMIC MILESTONES
By: Daire Perez
Okija, Anambra State – Father and community leader, High Chief Sunny Gbegha JP, the Egbakarewei of Iduwini Kingdom, Delta State, has expressed immense joy and gratitude to God as his daughter, Miss Gbegha Tamarauikiye Favour, successfully completed notable academic milestones at Madonna University, Okija.
Miss Favour graduated with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree in Banking and Finance, earning an impressive Second-Class Upper (2.1) classification. Going a step further in her academic pursuit, she has also obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Banking and Finance from the same institution.
This has received warm reactions from family and friends with many congratulating the young lad. I a message filled with joy, High Chief Gbegha described his daughter’s achievements as a testament to hard work, discipline, and divine grace. He noted that her academic excellence brings honour not only to their family but also to the wider community.
Community members, friends, and well-wishers have continued to congratulate Miss Favour for her outstanding accomplishments, celebrating her as an inspiration to young scholars across the region.
IduwiniVoice joins in this congratulations to our shining young lady.
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By: Divine Perezide
Former leader of Burutu Legislative House, Rt. Hon. Joseph Alubeze, has expressed heartfelt birthday felicitations to the his former boss and leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Gbabozor Pondi, Member Representing Burutu Federal Constituency and the Chairman, House Committee on the South-South Development Commission.
In his congratulatory message, Alubeze described Pondi as an astute leader whose antecedent smarcks of nothing but people-oriented service and dedication that continue to inspire many within and beyond the Constituency.
“Happy Blessed Birthday to you, my Dear Leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Pondi – Member Representing Burutu Federal Constituency and Chairman, South-South Development Commission,” he started.
He prayed for renewed wisdom, strength, and greater achievement for the federal lawmaker as he marks a new year. “May this new year of yours be filled with wisdom, strength, and greater accomplishments as you continue to serve with dedication and grace,” he added.
Hon. Alubeze, a former leader of Burutu House wished his principal Pondi, whose was his predecessor, many more fruitful years in good health, acknowledging his commitment to the advancement of the South-South region and the nation at large, closing his message with a heartfelt best wishes to the celebrant on his special day.
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Good News: Presidential Amnesty Office Commences Second Phase of Laptop Distribution to Scholarship Delegates
By: Divine Perezide
Abuja – The Otuaro-led Presidential Amnesty Office, popularly known as PAP, has commenced the second phase of laptop distribution to its scholarship beneficiaries across Nigerian Universities for the 2024/2025 academic year.
According to a statement signed by Mr. Igoniko Oduma, Special Assistant on Media to the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, the initiative is part of efforts to enhance learning and research amongst students under the programme.
The exercise, which began following the directive of the Administrator, Chief (Dr.) Dennis Otuaro, makes a continuation of the first phase carried out between April and May 2025, during which over 663 final-year scholarship beneficiaries received laptops.
Dr Otuaro explained that the decision to promoting academic excellence and research productivity. He noted that the gesture also fulfills a promise he made to students during his tour of partner Universities in 2024.
“The laptops are intended to aid the beneficiaries in their studies and research activities” Otuaro state, urging the students to use the devices responsibility and to justify the Federal Governmtent’s modest investment in their education.
He also advised the beneficiaries to remain focus on their academic pursuit and avoid behaviours that could undermine their future prospects.
Reaffirming his administration’s objectives, Dr. Otuaro said the PAP will continue to achieve academic succes, contributing to the socio-economic advancement of the Niger Delta region.
He expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his consistent support for the programme, describing it as a demonstration of commitment to bridging the human capital development gaping the region.
Dr. Otuaro further urged the youths and people of the region to reciprocate the President’s gesture by supporting his administration’s policies and programmes.
He reaffirmed the PAP’s dedication to consolidating on its achievements in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration.
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