President Bola Tinubu has signed the Appropriation (Amendment) (No. 4) Bill, 2025, which extends the implementation period of the 2025 budget from September 30, 2026, to December 31, 2026. This move aims to give Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) additional time to complete ongoing capital projects. The bill was passed by the Senate and the House of Representatives on September 29, 2026, and transmitted to the President for assent.
According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the extension will ensure that funds already appropriated are fully utilised without disrupting critical government programmes. The statement said the move would allow MDAs to complete ongoing projects, adding that it demonstrates continued cooperation between the Executive and Legislative arms of government in the interest of the country.
The amendment allows the Federal Government to continue implementing the 2025 budget until December 31, 2026, instead of the earlier September 30 deadline. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the country's development, as it will enable the government to complete ongoing projects and provide essential services to Nigerians.
President Tinubu commended the leadership and members of the National Assembly for the prompt consideration of the amendment. The President's action is seen as a significant step towards ensuring that the 2025 budget is fully implemented, and its objectives are achieved. The extension is also expected to provide relief to MDAs that were facing challenges in completing their projects within the initial timeframe.
The 2025 budget was designed to address various developmental challenges facing the country, including infrastructure deficits, healthcare, and education. The extension of the implementation period will provide an opportunity for the government to make progress on these critical areas. The cooperation between the Executive and Legislative arms of government is seen as a positive development, as it demonstrates a commitment to working together for the benefit of the country.
The Appropriation (Amendment) (No. 4) Bill, 2025, is one of several measures aimed at ensuring that the government remains focused on its development agenda. The bill's passage and the President's assent to it reflect the government's determination to make progress on its development objectives, despite challenges. The extension of the implementation period is also seen as a pragmatic move, given the complexities of implementing large-scale development projects.
The implementation of the 2025 budget has been closely watched by various stakeholders, including civil society organisations, the private sector, and international organisations. The extension of the implementation period is expected to have a positive impact on the economy, as it will provide an opportunity for the government to complete ongoing projects and inject more funds into the economy. The government has reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability in the implementation of the budget.
Key points
- President Tinubu signs the Appropriation (Amendment) (No. 4) Bill, 2025, extending the implementation period of the 2025 budget.
- The extension aims to give Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) additional time to complete ongoing capital projects.
- The move demonstrates continued cooperation between the Executive and Legislative arms of government in the interest of the country.
