Makokou, Gabon — The Ivindo Departmental Council, meeting in Makokou, the provincial capital of Ogooué-Ivindo in the northeastern region of Gabon, has successfully adopted its 2026 budget.
The approved budget stands at 175,418,067 Central African Francs (FCFA), reflecting an 8. 73 million FCFA increase over the previous year’s budget, according to the Gabonese Press Agency (Agence Gabonaise de Presse). Budget Adoption: The budget was approved during a session held in accordance with the provisions of Article 62 of the Organic Law No.
001/2014 of June 15, 2015, which pertains to decentralization. This year’s budget increase underscores the council’s focus on enhancing public services and infrastructure within the department. Prefect’s Address: During the session’s closing speech, the Prefect of the Ivindo Department, Pachelli Ngawin Mboulou, emphasized the importance of improving living conditions for the local population.
He highlighted the necessity of constructing viable roads, providing access to water in rural areas, and ensuring electricity supply.
The prefect’s remarks reflect the department’s priorities and the expectations of the local communities. Departmental Council’s Commitment: Saturnin Edzoudzoume, the President of the Ivindo Departmental Council (CDI), reiterated his commitment to building a stronger and more autonomous department. He stressed the importance of fostering trust between elected officials and the public, noting the department’s achievements during the transition period and outlining plans for the current term.
Session Outcomes: In addition to the budget approval, the council reviewed eleven resolutions, eight of which were adopted.
The remaining three resolutions, which did not require council approval, were rejected.
The adoption of the increased budget for the Ivindo Department indicates a potential commitment to regional development and investment.
However, without specific details on the budget allocation and its impact on local sectors such as infrastructure, education, and healthcare, the full implications for the department’s development projects and public services remain to be seen. Further information on the budget’s allocation and its strategic implications is eagerly anticipated.
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