The Oyo State government has disclosed that it will spend a total of N1,711,200,000 for the forthcoming local government election in the state.
The government also disclosed that local government areas in the state will contribute a total of N2,566,800,000 to fund the election.
The government disclosed this on Tuesday in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade.
DAILY POST reports that the election will come up in December.
"The sum of ₦2,566,800,000 (Two billion, five hundred and sixty-six million, eight hundred thousand naira) will be paid by the LGAs, while the state will foot the balance of ₦1,711,200,000 (one billion, seven hundred and eleven million, two hundred thousand naira)," the statement said.
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