Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule has signed the 2025 budget of N384.3 billion into law. The budget is about N2 billion higher than the estimates submitted to the State House of Assembly.
Governor Sule emphasised the importance of having a realistic budget that would meet the expectations of the peoples. He said his administration will ensure that the budget is thoroughly implemented with funds optimally utilised.
The Governor also signed the Nasarawa State Electricity Law which will enable the state to regulate the power sector within its territory and to ensure effective electricity supply to its towns, villages and communities.
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Governor Sule said the Electricity Law which stems from the presidential initiative to enable states and other actors participate in power generation and distribution will allow Nasarawa State utilise the hydro and solar energy sources abound in the state.
He said plans are ongoing to bring on board, experts who bring the power initiative of the State to fruition.
The two bills were signed in the presence of the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Danladi Jatau and other lawmakers.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
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