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2024 Budget: PRP Demands Probe Of Alleged Padding By N3 Trillion

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has demanded investigation of the alleged padding of the 2024 budget from N25 trillion to N28 trillion.

The party said, if true, the decision “represents gross misconduct and a blatant disregard for the principles of transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility that our great nation deserves especially at these trying times.”

The Acting National Publicity Secretary of PRP, Muhammed Ishaq, in a statement called on the National Assembly to exercise its constitutional responsibilities by thoroughly scrutinizing the budget.

He said, “As a party committed to the progress and welfare of all Nigerian citizens, we are deeply concerned about the potential negative impact of such an act on our economy, developmental goals, and the overall well-being of our people.

“We strongly believe that parliament must stand up to its statutory and constitutional responsibility of factual appropriation and funding by the provisions of the budget office and that public funds must be utilized judiciously and for the sole purpose of advancing the interests of the citizens.

“Consequent upon this, the PRP calls on the relevant authorities to immediately investigate these allegations and bring all those culpable or guilty of such malfeasance to book. We also urge the National Assembly to exercise its constitutional responsibilities by thoroughly scrutinizing the budget to ensure that it aligns with the best interests of the nation.

“We remind all elected officials that service to the people comes first and they must act with the utmost integrity and honesty in the discharge of their duties.

“The PRP remains resolute in its commitment to promoting good governance, fighting corruption, and ensuring that every Nigerian enjoys the dividends of democracy.

“In conclusion, we call on all well-meaning Nigerians to join us in condemning this alleged budget padding and to demand that those responsible be held accountable. Together, we can build a stronger, more prosperous, and corruption-free Nigeria.”

Friday Olokor, Abuja

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