Edo Gov. stutters to pronounce ₦605bn budget figure during presentation(Video)
In a surprising turn of events at the Edo State House of Assembly, Governor Monday Okpebholo encountered challenges while presenting the state’s 2025 budget, leading to some lighthearted moments.
A video capturing the governor’s struggle to accurately pronounce the impressive N605 billion budget figure quickly gained traction on social media, prompting various reactions from viewers nationwide.
During his presentation on Tuesday, Governor Okpebholo introduced the budget, aptly titled “Budget of Renewed Hope for a Rising Edo,” which reflects a significant 25 percent increase from the previous year’s allocation.
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Throughout the unveiling of the Appropriation Bill, the governor was visibly challenged, stuttering multiple times while attempting to pronounce the monumental figure. Nevertheless, he persevered with his presentation, detailing the budget’s breakdown.
He indicated that 37 percent, or N223 billion, would be directed towards recurrent expenditure, while the remaining N381 billion (63 percent) is earmarked for capital projects.
“This budget is a product of extensive consultations and embodies my administration’s commitment to achieving its five-point agenda: security, infrastructural development, healthcare, food sufficiency, and education,” Governor Okpebholo asserted.
He further emphasised that N162 billion will be allocated specifically to enhance road infrastructure initiatives across the state.
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