BY BEN BILUA
Gizo
THE Isabel Provincial Government (IPG) has passed a budget estimate of $49,929,814 for the 2025/2026 financial year.
The approved budget allocates $15,617,312.00 for recurrent expenditures and $34,312,506.00 for capital expenditure, reflecting the province’s focus on both operational needs and long-term development priorities.
Speaker of Isabel Province, Eddie Kopala Kanijama, confirmed that the budget was deliberated and endorsed during a full assembly sitting held last week.
“Our leaders discussed and scrutinised the budget when it was put on the floor for debate. Questions were raised and clarifications were given before it was passed,” he said.
Kopala said the assembly proceedings were conducted smoothly.
He acknowledged the collective efforts of provincial members, administrative staff and technical officers in preparing the financial plan.
The passing of the budget positions Isabel Province to effectively carry out its mandated roles and responsibilities in delivering essential services and development initiatives to its people.
The approval comes amid recent public criticism directed at the provincial government.
However, the successful passing of the budget signals progress and suggests that the administration is moving forward in addressing key governance and development priorities.
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