Ogun State governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, has assured stakeholders in the budget implementation process of a robust and promising future following the Senate’s approval of the long awaited $350million World Bank loan.
Amosun who dropped this hint at the opening ceremony of the treasury board meeting on 2018 budget held at the Obas’ Complex, Oke Mosan Abeokuta said the approval of the loan would in no small measure assist in the implementation of year 2018 budget.
He noted that his administration would not only bequeath an enduring legacy to the next administration but ensure that generations unborn are proud of projects embarked upon in the future.
“ Let me say that we must never rest on our oars. Much is expected of us, much is equally expected to be done as we are unwaveringly committed to laying a lasting legacy for the good people
of Ogun State.
I therefore charge stakeholders to cross fertilize ideas towards attaining the optimal growth and continued development the good people of our dear state crave for, “ Amosun remarked.
The governor tasked Ministries, Departments and Agencies of government to be more thorough in their presentations and deliberations.
Earlier in her welcome address, the Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Ms Adenrele Adesina, described the coming year budget as the last full year budget which was a reflection of the last six years’ budget and the administration’s desire for the state in the future.
While urging the budget implementers present to listen and ask questions, she urged them to ensure transparency and thorough deliberation in order to arrive at a budget that is fit for purpose.