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GOVERNOR UZODIMMA PRESENTS N1.43TRN AS 2026 BUDGET ESTIMATE FOR IMO ASSEMBLY’S CONSIDERATION.


Governor Hope Uzodimma has made history in Imo State by presenting a record-breaking ₦1.439 trillion budget for 2026, Christened the "Budget of Economic Breakthrough". This milestone marks the first time a budget has surpassed the trillion mark in the state's history.

The budget aims to synergize infrastructure with key economic programs initiated by the administration, focusing on achieving economic freedom and independence for the state. Presenting the proposal to the State Assembly, Governor Uzodimma reaffirmed his commitment to transparency and accountability, highlighting achievements over the past six years, including over 130 completed roads, six functional tertiary hospitals, and improved security.

The 2026 budget represents a 78% increase from the 2025 budget, with ₦1.201 trillion (83.4%) allocated to capital expenditure and ₦238.5 billion (16.6%) for recurrent expenditure. The state expects ₦823.27 billion from recurrent revenue sources and ₦382.72 billion from capital receipts.

Capital expenditure prioritizes economic and social development, with the health sector receiving the largest share for rehabilitating facilities and improving services. Other key allocations include works and infrastructure, power, education, agriculture, and entrepreneurship.

Governor Uzodimma described the budget as a roadmap to sustained economic breakthroughs, assuring completion of ongoing projects and tangible benefits for Imo residents. The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Chike Olemgbe, praised the administration's achievements and reaffirmed the legislature's commitment to democratic principles.

Hon. Members Uche Agabige (Orsu), Gilbert Nwosu (Oguta), Chigozie Nwaneri (Oru East), Clinton Amadi (Owerri Municipal), and Sam Osuji (Isiala Mbano) commended the Governor for the budget presentation, describing it as ambitious and impactful, promising accelerated consideration.

Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Amara Iwuanyanwu, commended the governor's achievements and assured continued partnership.

The budget presentation highlights the administration's focus on industrialization, economic stability, and shared prosperity. With this budget, Imo State is poised for significant growth and development.

IMO ASSEMBLY PAYS FINAL TRIBUTE TO EX-LAWMAKER HON. CHIEF BARR. BONIFACE OKWARAJI OKWARAELEONU

By; James Emeahu
25th November 2025

The Imo State House of Assembly has paid final tribute to a former Member of the House who Represented Isiekenesi State Constituency during the Second Republic, Late Hon. Chief Barr. Boniface Okwaraji Okwaraeleonu, KSM.

Holding a special sitting in honour of the deceased on Tuesday, 25th November 2025, the Assembly in a motion, moved by the Leader of the House, Rt. Hon. Kanayo Onyemaechi, granted leave for the remains of the late Imo lawmaker to be admitted into the hallowed chambers last respect formalities.

Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon. Chike Olemgbe, in a brief speech, welcomed both serving and past Honourable members who had come to honour their late colleague.

Giving a brief background of his early life, educational background, professional career and political adventure, Mr Speaker described the late Chief Boniface as a lawmaker who served with distinction during his time in the House, and prayed for the repose of his soul and for God to give his family, friends and all who knew him the fortitude to bear such an irreparable loss.

Several Honourable Members, both serving and past, offered their tributes. They eulogized him for leaving an enduring legacy, prayed for the repose of his soul and for comfort for those affected by his demise. Among them were Hon. Johnson Duru (Ideato South), Hon. Dominic Ezerioha (Oru West), Hon. Beneth Ebonine (Njaba), Hon. Innocent Ikpamezie (Mbaitoli), Hon. Johnleoba Iheoha (Ikeduru), Hon. Clinton Amadi (Owerri Municipal), Hon. Ugochukwu Nnawuihe and Rt. Hon. Pharm. Donatus Ozoemena, former Deputy Speaker (2011‑2015).

Other past Honourable members in attendance includes Hon. Jones Uzoka, Hon. Nkem Nwankwo and Hon. Gozie Nwachukwu.

The high point of the sitting was the filling past the co**se and a one‑minute silent observance as the Honourable Members paid their final respects to a colleague who left an enduring legacy.

IMO ASSEMBLY ADVOCATES FOR STRICT COMPLIANCE WTH TRAFFIC LAWS AND REGULATIONS WITHIN THE OWERRI CAPITAL TERRITORY TO ENSURE MAINTENANCE OF LAW AND ORDER ON OUR ROADS

The Imo State House of Assembly, during its plenary on Tuesday, 18 November 2025, raised concern over the blatant disregard for existing traffic laws and regulations by commuters in Owerri, the state capital.

This concern was voiced in a motion Chiefly Sponsored by Hon. Barr. Chisom Ojukwu of Nkwerre State Constituency.

Presenting the motion, Hon. Ojukwu acknowledged the “remarkable transformation” of the State’s infrastructure under Governor Hope Uzodimma’s administration, but however,
stressed that the legislature must complement those strides by passing legislation and resolutions that promote lawful compliance, civic responsibility, and effective traffic regulation.

He decried the rise of illegal motor parks, street trading, encroachment on pedestrian walkways, hawking, and other practices that obstruct traffic flow and jeopardise public safety.

The motion called on the House to direct the Commissioner for Transport, in collaboration with other relevant agencies, to enforce all existing traffic laws within the Owerri Capital Territory, thereby restoring order, safety, and aesthetic discipline across the city.

Hon. Ojukwu urged his colleagues to lend their voices in support of the motion.

Assembly Majority Leader Hon. Kanayo Onyemaechi, Hon. Okechukwu Udeze of Ideato North, and Hon. Clinton Amadi of Owerri Municipal all commended the mover and affirmed that the measures would have a positive impact on Owerri and the state as a whole.

Hon. Kanayo Onyemaechi, while contributing to the debate on the motion,described it as “a timely step towards a cleaner, safer Owerri."

Hon. Okechukwu Udeze of Ideato North State Constituency added that “strict enforcement will restore confidence in our urban planning.”

When put to vote, the motion was adopted unanimously, and the clerk of the House was mandated to send the House Resolution to all relevant Agencies

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IMO ASSEMBLY HOLDS ONE DAY ORIENTATION SEMINAR FOR NEW EMPLOYEES

By; James Emeahu

The Imo State House of Assembly on Friday 31st October 2025 held a highly insightful and interactive one-day orientation seminar for its newly employed staff. The seminar, which was aimed at familiarizing the new entrants with the work ethics of the Imo Assembly and public service, was a resounding success.

During her opening remarks, the Clerk/Head of Legislative Service, Chinelo Adaora Emeghara Esq. expressed her gratitude to the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Chike Olemgbe, for approving the seminar. She noted that the seminar was a clear indication of the assembly's dedication to providing its staff with the necessary tools and knowledge to excel in their roles. The Clerk urged the new entrants to be attentive and make the most out of the seminar.

The resource persons for the seminar, Chief Chima Nmeregini, a retired Permanent Secretary & former Commissioner/member Civil Service Commission and Mrs. Ngozi Ejiaku, Permanent Secretary, Establishment, Office of the Head of Service, delivered outstanding lectures.

They took the new entrants through the intricacies of the civil / public service, highlighting the do's and don'ts, and emphasizing the importance of diligence and hard work. The speakers also provided detailed answers to questions from the new entrants, leaving them satisfied with the seminar.

The Chairman of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), Imo Assembly Chapter, Comr. Chukwuma Anya, and the PASAN chairperson from the Imo Assembly Service Commission,Comr. Chinwe Osuagwu, in their separate remarks, commended the management for organizing the seminar.

They poured encomiums on Chinelo Adaora Emeghara Esq for her tireless efforts in championing reforms in the House of Assembly. They urged the new entrants to maintain good conduct, take advice from their superiors, and be diligent with their work.

Giving a vote of thanks on behalf of the newly employed staff, Iwuchukwu MacDonald Arinze, Esq. of the Legal Department, thanked the Clerk and the management for the seminar. He advised his colleagues to put into practice the knowledge and skills acquired during the seminar.

Mrs. Ngozi Ononiwu (JP), Head of Administration Department, was outstanding in her meticulous approach in handling the proceedings as the moderator of the seminar .

The seminar was also attended by several senior staff and management members, including the Secretary, Imo State House of Assembly Service Commission, Mrs Comfort Eneregbu, the Deputy Clerk, Legislative, Mrs Anne Martins, Mr Humphrey Igirri, Director of Accounts, Mr Felix Ugoh,Director, Planning Dept ,Dr Emeka Nwadilibe of the Medical Dept,Mrs. Happiness Oguike, Head of Publications Dept.,Ijeoma Adinnu Esq,HOD,Legal Dept,HOD, Information Dept amongst others.

The seminar was a huge success, and the Imo State House of Assembly just like Imo State is on the rise and is set to build on this momentum to further enhance the skills and knowledge of its staff.