The Bamenda I Council is pleased to announce to the general public and residents of the municipality that during its official Budgetary Session held on December 30, 2020, in the Council Chambers, the Councilors convened to vote and adopt the local budget for the upcoming financial year.

In accordance with Law No. 2004/018 of 22nd July 2004 laying down rules applicable to councils, the Council unanimously passed Deliberation No. 01/DEL/B1C/BS/2020. The 2021 budget stands balanced in both revenue and expenditure at the total sum of 769,298,406 FCFA (Seven hundred and sixty-nine million, two hundred and ninety-eight thousand, four hundred and six FCFA).

Key Takeaways from the 2021 Budgetary Session

• Full Civic Participation: Demonstrating total unity and commitment, all 31 out of 31 Councilors were present during the open session to deliberate and adopt the budget.

• Significant Growth: The 2021 budget reflects an expanded financial commitment aimed at accelerating municipal projects, enhancing public infrastructure, and supporting local decentralization efforts.

• Leadership & Approval: The deliberation was led by Mayor Mbigha Njah Felix and Secretary General Tebid Edith Endam, and received formal oversight approval from the Senior Divisional Officer for Mezam, Simon Emile Mooh.

Execution & Transparency

Under Article 2 of the deliberation, the Secretary General and the Municipal Treasurer are tasked with the immediate, strict implementation and monitoring of the budget across their respective operational areas.

The Mayor and the Council administration extend their heartfelt gratitude to the community for their continued partnership as we work together to foster progress, peace, and development in Bamenda I Sub-Division throughout 2021.

Pub: 30 December 2020