The Chairman of Badagry-West Local Council Development Area in Lagos State, Mr Joseph Gbenu, on Tuesday presented a budget estimate of N6.89 billion for 2025 fiscal year to the council legislators.
NAN reports that the budget is tagged “Budget of Consolidation”.
Gbenu said that the budget would prioritise infrastructural development, healthcare services, education initiatives, youth empowerment programmes, and environmental sustainability projects.
According to the chairman, this budget is designed to foster inclusivity, promote innovation, and enhance service delivery across all sectors of the council area.
He said that the budget was formulated through extensive consultations and consideration of opinions from stakeholders within and outside the government.
Gbenu said that the purpose was to address the yearnings and aspirations of people as well align with the council’s vision and the THEMES agenda of the state government.
He urged the legislative house to expedite action in perusing, deliberating, and approving the budget in accordance with statutory requirements.
Gbenu, however, took the opportunity to express his heartfelt appreciation to Chief Joseph Bamgbose, a former Lagos State House of Assembly member for his tireless efforts in ensuring the creation of Badagry West LCDA.
Responding, the Leader of the House, Mr Matthew Sejoro, assured that the House would expedite the budget’s approval after thorough examination.
He also appealed to taxpayers to fulfill their obligations and commended Gbenu’s performance in the previous year.
A minute silence was observed in memory of late Dr Sunny Ajose, a renowned leader and unifying force within Badagry division.