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‎The Ondo State Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Mr. Olaolu Akindolire has described the 2026 Appropriation bill as strategic, realistic, and people-centred, aimed at fast tracking the overall development of the state. ‎Mr Akindolire while outlining the major components of the appropriation bill shortly after signing it into law by the State Governor, Dr Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa disclosed that the total size of the 2026 Budget stands at ₦524.41 billion. ‎He explained that the budget was structured towards strengthening fiscal sustainability, reducing economic vulnerabilities, and ensuring long-term resilience of the State’s economy. ‎According to the him, the revenue framework projects ₦238.53 billion from federal transfers (FAAC receipts), ₦44.79 billion from Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), and ₦6.05 billion from grants and aid. ‎He added that the State plans to raise ₦72.92 billion through local and foreign borrowings, including loans from development partners, ...

‎The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Chief Segun Odusanya, has been elected the Chairman, Ondo State Forum of Permanent Secretaries. ‎ ‎Chief Odusanya emerged the Chairman of the forum after an election held during its monthly meeting in Akure. ‎ ‎His election with other executive members marked a smooth transition from the previous committee led by the Permanent Secretary, Ondo State Pension Board, Chief Bunmi Alade. ‎ ‎In his acceptance speech, Chief Odusanya pledged to uphold the core values and principles that define the state’s public service. ‎ ‎He stressed the importance of high ethical standards and dedication to duty in ensuring effective governance and public trust. ‎ ‎Odusanya thanked members of the Forum for the confidence reposed in him and other elected officials, describing the new commitment as a call to service. ‎ ‎Other elected officials are: ‎- Chief Dele Akinnagbe – Vice‑Chairman ‎- Mrs. Yemi Pirisola – General Secr...