The Nigerian Senate has officially approved the N1.485 trillion budget proposal submitted by the Rivers State government for the fiscal year 2025.

The approval, granted during today’s plenary session, marks a significant step in the state’s financial planning and development agenda.

The budget, which outlines the state’s projected revenue and expenditure for the upcoming year, will now pave the way for the implementation of various projects and initiatives across Rivers State.

Details of the budget’s allocation, including specific sectors and priorities, are expected to be released by the Rivers State government in the coming days.

The Senate’s approval underscores its commitment to supporting the economic growth and development of the states within the federation.

This action enables Rivers State to proceed with its plans for infrastructure, social services, and other key areas crucial for the well-being of its citizens.

Further updates and analysis of the approved budget are anticipated as the year progresses.

In a significant political development, Senator Neda Imasuen, representing Edo South, has officially defected from the Labour Party to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The announcement, made earlier today, marks a notable shift in the political alignment of the region.

Senator Imasuen’s move is expected to reshape the political dynamics in Edo South, potentially strengthening the APC’s presence and influence.

The defection comes as a surprise to some, given the Labour Party’s recent rise in popularity.

Details surrounding the reasons for Senator Imasuen’s decision remain limited, but the APC has welcomed the senator, highlighting the party’s commitment to inclusivity and growth.

Political analysts are already speculating on the implications of this change, examining its impact on the Labour Party’s future and the APC’s strategic advantage in the region.

Further developments are anticipated as the political landscape in Edo State continues to evolve.

The Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) today reinstated Senator Samuel Anyanwu as its National Secretary.

The party has also postponed indefinitely its 100th National Executive Committee meeting.

The Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, announced the latest development during a press briefing at the PDP headquarters in Abuja, on Wednesday.

Damagum said that the decision to accept Anyanwu into the National Working Committee(NWC) “was difficult” even as he announced that the 100th NEC Meeting of the party has since been postponed indefinitely.

Aside Damagum, in attendance were Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, House Minority Leader, Kingsley Chinda and other stakeholders.