Edo Contractors Question Okpebholo Over Unpaid Projects and ₦14.15bn Budget Overruns

Contractors in Edo State are reportedly demanding payment for completed government projects, raising concerns about unpaid certificates and the effect on workers, suppliers and subcontractors. The dispute is separate from a reported ₦14.15 billion spent above approved budget provisions in Edo’s 2025 fourth-quarter budget performance report. The reported overruns covered capital projects, overhead costs and personnel-related expenses across government arms. While the ₦14.15 billion figure is not necessarily the amount owed to contractors, both issues have renewed scrutiny of the state’s cash-flow management, procurement process and budget oversight.

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