Egor LG chairman says federal allocation is sufficient for council needs
Osaro Eribo, chairman of Egor Local Government Area in Edo State, has stated that the monthly allocation from the federal government is enough to run the council effectively. He highlighted that salaries are paid promptly and at least two new projects are started each month. Eribo expressed satisfaction with the current level of autonomy and the support received from the state government. He also discussed recent equipment received, which will help improve road grading across the area.
What we know
- Osaro Eribo said the council's monthly federal allocation is adequate for operations, including paying salaries and initiating two projects every month.
- He described the current system as a form of autonomy, with timely and sufficient funds from the federal government.
- The council's internally generated revenue is currently zero, but Governor Monday Okpebholo is working to improve this.
- Eribo recently received equipment from the state, allowing road grading in the remaining wards without hiring at high costs.
- Over 250 roads have been graded in collaboration with councillors and community leaders, with plans to reach the remaining wards soon.
