The National Assembly has announced a one-week postponement of its plenary resumption, initially scheduled for January 28, 2025, to February 4, 2025.
This decision by the National Assembly was made to accommodate the ongoing budget defense by various ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs).
According to Andrew Nwoba, Clerk of the Senate, the postponement will allow for a thorough review of the 2025 budget proposal.
In a statement, Nwoba wrote, “Please be informed that there is a change in the resumption date due to the ongoing budget defense.”
Similarly, Akin Rotimi, spokesman for the House of Representatives, emphasized the need for sufficient time to conclude budget engagements and defenses with MDAs.
Rotimi stated that this measure by the National Assembly ensures a comprehensive approach to legislative responsibilities, allowing the House to fulfill its mandate for the benefit of Nigerians.
The postponement comes after President Bola Tinubu presented the 2025 N49.7 trillion budget proposal to the National Assembly on December 18, 2024.
The additional time will enable the legislature to conduct a thorough examination of the budget and engage with relevant stakeholders.
