Mutfwang Outlines Priorities In 2025 Budget As He Presents To Plateau Assembly

Mutfwang Outlines Priorities In 2025 Budget As He Presents To Plateau AssemblyGovernor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State on Monday presented the 2025 Appropriation Bill, titled “Budget of Consolidation and Sustainability,” alongside the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework/Fiscal Strategy Paper (MTEF/FSP) for the 2025–2027 period to the Plateau State House of Assembly.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In his submission, Governor Mutfwang emphasized that the MTEF/FSP outlines his administration’s fiscal roadmap aimed at achieving key economic development goals, including economic diversification, public sector reforms, human capital development, addressing infrastructure gaps, and driving urban renewal alongside sustainable housing initiatives.

“The MTEF/FSP establishes a three-year fiscal plan that underpins the 2025 budget, providing a macroeconomic and fiscal framework for the years 2025 to 2027,” the Governor stated. “It aligns with Section 16(1) and (2) of the Plateau State Fiscal Responsibility Law of 2014 and ensures that resources are allocated efficiently to priority sectors, reinforcing our commitment to transparency and accountability in line with global best practices.”

The Governor also announced that the proposed budget for 2025 totals ₦471,134,093,541.00, marking an increase of ₦156,278,944,988.00 compared to the 2024 budget.

“This budget reflects our dedication to consolidating past successes while ensuring Plateau State’s continued growth and development,” Mutfwang added. “It will be guided by the Plateau Strategic Development Framework (PSDF) 2023–2027, which is structured around three main policy pillars: Peace, Security, and Good Governance; Sustainable Economic Rebirth; and Physical Infrastructure Development. The budget is designed to be people-centric, with a clear focus on improving the lives of our citizens.”

Governor Mutfwang urged the House of Assembly to fast-track the passage of the bill, stressing that swift approval would allow for the prompt commencement of critical projects.

Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Gabriel Dewan, assured the Governor that the Assembly would act in the best interests of the state and expedite the legislative process for the 2025 budget.

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