Rivers State 2025 Budget to Tackle Unemployment Amid Inflation

 

Rivers State 2025 Budget to Tackle Unemployment Amid Inflation

Rivers State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Peter Medee, has revealed that the 2025 budget will surpass the 2024 budget, with a focus on creating jobs to combat unemployment and mitigate the effects of inflation. Speaking on Nigeria Info FM's Morning CrossFire, Dr. Medee emphasized that although the state government cannot directly control inflation, it will concentrate on generating employment in vital sectors such as agriculture, health, and education [Source: Nigeria Info 92.3 PH].

The increased budget is aimed at addressing the pressing issue of unemployment in the state. According to Dr. Medee, the state government has already made significant strides in implementing the 2024 budget, which has been enacted into law despite the Federal High Court ruling that annulled the N800 billion budget passed by five members of the Rivers State House of Assembly [Source: Nigeria Info 92.3 PH].

Additionally, Dr. Medee highlighted ownership issues surrounding key projects, including the Auto Destruct Syringe factory at Rumuosi and Songhai farm, inherited by the current administration. These issues need to be resolved to ensure the projects' success.

The Rivers State Government has been working to improve its budget performance, with reports showing progress in various sectors ¹ ² ³ ⁴. The 2025 budget is expected to build on this momentum, addressing critical challenges facing the state.

*Key Areas of Focus:*

- _Agriculture_: Generating employment and promoting economic growth

- _Health_: Improving healthcare facilities and services

- _Education_: Enhancing educational infrastructure and opportunities

By prioritizing these sectors, the Rivers State Government aims to create a more prosperous and sustainable future for its citizens.