By Anastacia Eluwa, Asaba
Deputy Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo has expressed happiness over the speedy passage of the 979.2 billion naira 2025 Appropriation bill, tagged “Budget of Fiscal Consolidation”.
Rt. Hon. Akpowowo who disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Asaba said he was thrilled by the speed and successfully legislative actions on the Appropriation bill, saying that the 2025 budget will undoubtedly drive growth and development in Delta state.
According to the Deputy Speaker, the passed budget of Fiscal Consolidation, reflects commitment of the state government to improving the lives of Deltans.
He stressed that he was confident that it would have positive impact on the economy and infrastructure.
He however, acknowledged the enormous responsibility ahead in the implementation of the budget and charged Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs, of the state government to ensure they assess the fund and utilized efficiently and effectively for the benefit of Deltans.
He said, “As Deputy Speaker, I pledge to work closely with Mr Speaker, and other stakeholders to guarantee that this budget translates into tangible benefits for our citizens.
“We’ll join forces with His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State to maintain transparency and accountability in the implementation process, and ensuring that every naira is judiciously spent.
“This budget is a testament to our dedication to the welfare of Deltans, and we are eager to see the positive change it will bring to our state.”, Akpowowo stated.
Meanwhile, the Deputy Speaker who represents Ethiope East Constituency in the House, has been assigned to oversee investigation of gross misconduct alleged to have been committed by two suspended members of the State Legislature.
The two members who were suspended for 14 legislative days are Hon. Chukwudi Dafe representing Ukwuani constituency and Hon. Oboro Preyor representing Bomadi Constituency.
The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor had announced the setting up of three- member adhoc committee to investigate the alleged gross misconduct during Wednesday’s plenary of the House.
Guwor named Hon. Bridget Anyafulu representing Oshimili South and Hon. Benson Obire representing Warri South 2 as members of the adhoc committee, while Mr. Smart Edoge, a Deputy Clerk in the House will serve as the Committee Clerk.
