Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has signed into law, the state’s 2024 budget of N258.2 billion.

Bello signed the budget on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, a few hours after its passage by the Kogi State House of Assembly.

The governor signed the 2024 budget at the Government House in the presence of Governor-elect Usman Ododo, Speaker of the Assembly, Umar Yusuf, and other government officials.

Governor Bello, who described the signing as very significant, being his last, said it was a budget his successor would not find difficult to implement.

He said: “It is my belief that the incoming administration will not find this budget tough to implement. He will, by God’s grace, achieve a 100 per cent performance.

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“This is largely because my administration has laid a very solid foundation where the incoming government will be able to source for funds to implement the budget for the benefit of Kogi people.

“More so, when I step aside, I will always play an advisory role to ensure that the solid foundation laid by my administration is built upon.”

The governor, who expressed gratitude to God for the opportunity to serve the people of Kogi State in the last eight years, said he was satisfied with his service.

Bello also thanked President Bola Tinubu, the people of Kogi State, his family members, APC leaders, and other stakeholders for the support that ensured his succeed as governor.

He also thanked the Speaker, principal officers, and members of the Assembly for the speedy passage of the 2024 budget.

On his part, Yusuf said the lawmakers gave their best toward ensuring a speedy delivery of the budget.

The Speaker said: “Mr Governor Sir, I want to inform you that the House is satisfied with the budget you presented which explains the quick conclusion of all the procedures of passing it for your ascent.

“I wish to assure you that the House of Assembly, under my leadership, will continue to partner with the incoming executive to foster growth and development of the state.”

The Star