JUST IN: Senate Passes N68 Trillion 2026 Fiscal Year Budget

The Nigerian Senate has approved a N68 trillion budget for the 2026 fiscal year, representing an increase of N9 trillion from the initial proposal of N59 trillion.

The budget allocation includes:

N4.8 trillion for statutory transfers

N15.8 trillion for debt servicing

N15.4 trillion for recurrent (non-debt) expenditure

N32.3 trillion earmarked for capital expenditure through contributions to the development fund

The budget covers the period ending 31st December 2026.

Details on sectoral allocations and implementation plans are expected to follow…

Esther Chinenye

Esther Chinenye is a journalist, writer, and media professional with experience in news reporting, content creation, and editorial work. She has worked as an intern with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a writer at Parallel Facts, and a staff writer at The News Chronicle, where she has developed her skills in producing accurate, engaging, and timely news content. With a background in Mass Communication (University of Nsukka) and a passion for storytelling, Esther is committed to delivering well-researched stories that inform and engage diverse audiences.

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