Labour Party criticises Ogun’s N1.68tr 2026 budget proposal
The Labour Party has openly criticised Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun’s proposed N1.68 trillion budget for 2026, calling it unsustainable. The party insists the budget could harm the state’s long-term economic health and demands more responsible fiscal planning. Despite ruling out alliances for the 2027 elections, the party says it will support Bola Tinubu’s presidential re-election bid. The comments were made during the inauguration of new party executives on June 5, 2025.
What we know
- The Labour Party says the proposed N1.68 trillion budget for 2026 is unrealistic and risky for Ogun State’s future.
- Abayomi Arabambi, the party’s South West Vice Chairman, urged the government to adopt a more conservative and credible financing plan.
- The party accused the current administration of failing to deliver meaningful improvements to residents.
- Labour Party leaders promised to contest all elective positions in Ogun State in 2027 but will back Bola Tinubu for president.
- Efforts to get a response from the Ogun State government were unsuccessful as of June 5, 2025.
