Top Stories

Tinubu Signs N2.17trn Supplementary Budget Into Law

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday signed the N2.176 trillion Supplementary Appropriation Act aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture as well as tackling the nation’s critical infrastructure deficit, among other considerations.

The President, who spoke while signing the supplementary budget passed last week by the two Chambers of the National Assembly into law commended the legislative arm for its expeditious consideration and approval, assuring Nigerians that the executive arm of government would ensure the judicious use of the budgeted resources.  

President Tinubu signed the Supplementary Appropriation Act, 2023, in his office at the State House in the presence of Senate President Godswill Akpabio; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; Majority Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele; Chairmen of the Appropriation Committees in the Senate, Senator Olamilekan Adeola, and the House of Representatives, Hon. Abubakar Bichi, as well as the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Mr. Zacch Adedeji.  

Giving a breakdown of the supplementary budget, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, said the newly approved expenditure for defence and security consists of about 30 percent, while 35 percent is dedicated to the provision of critical infrastructure to be allocated to the Federal Ministries of Works, the Federal Capital Territory, and Housing & Urban Development. 

He further explained that 32 percent of the supplementary budget was allocated to the new Wage Award for treasury-paid federal workers to cushion the effect of the removal of fuel subsidy, in addition to cash transfers to vulnerable persons, and support to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), amongst other considerations. 

Deji Elumoye in Abuja

Follow us on:

AriseNews

View Comments

Recent Posts

Okpebholo: Obaseki Frustrating Handing Over Power To Me

Senator Okpebholo has accused Obaseki of attempting to frustrate a peaceful power transfer and making…

9 hours ago

Tens of Thousands Protest In Valencia Over Floods, Demand Resignation Of Regional Leader Carlos Mazón

Valencia’s citizens are protesting and demanding accountability after the deadly floods, criticising regional head Carlos…

14 hours ago

Qatar Suspends Mediation Efforts in Israel-Hamas Talks Amid Escalating Tensions, Diplomatic Frustrations

Qatar has suspended its mediation role in Israel-Hamas talks, citing lack of willingness from both…

14 hours ago

Ukrainian War: Varsity Don Asks UN, Others to Stop Russia from Alleged Recruitment of Nigerian Women

A Nasarawa professor Akyala has urged the UN to condemn Russia’s alleged illegal human labour…

16 hours ago

Trump Wins All Swing States, With Arizona Win Projected In 2024 US Election Victory

Trump has been projected to win Arizona, completing a sweep of all seven swing states

16 hours ago

Equatorial Guinea’s Baltasar Remanded in Prison over 400 Sex Tapes Scandal

Equatorial Guinea’s former anti-graft chief Engonga has been jailed in for allegedly recording over 400…

16 hours ago