The Itire-Ikate Local Council Development Area will be hosting its Year 2026 Budget Retreat as part of its commitment to transparent, inclusive and responsible governance. The retreat will bring together key stakeholders to review priorities, align projects with community needs and agree on a realistic and people-focused budget for the 2026 financial year.
Theme
“Strengthening Community Development Through Responsible Budgeting and Strategic Planning”
Purpose of the Retreat
The 2026 Budget Retreat is designed to provide a focused and calm environment where the Executive, Legislative Arm, Heads of Departments and key stakeholders can carefully review revenue projections, expenditure plans and ongoing projects. It will also create room for reflection on past performance, identification of gaps and planning for more impactful programmes in the new year.
Objectives
To review the performance of the 2025 budget and draw lessons for improvement
To agree on clear priorities for the 2026 budget in line with the development agenda of Itire-Ikate LCDA
To ensure that proposed projects and programmes are realistic, people-centred and financially sustainable
To strengthen collaboration between departments for better service delivery
To promote accountability, transparency and prudent use of public resources
Participants
Participation and Enquiries
Further information on the Itire-Ikate LCDA Year 2026 Budget Retreat, including confirmed date, venue and participation guidelines, will be shared with invited stakeholders through official letters, emails and the LCDA communication channels.
For enquiries, please contact the Budget and Planning Department or the Office of the Executive Chairman at the Itire-Ikate LCDA Secretariat.
