Reps extends implementation of 2023 supplementary budget

In a move aimed at providing additional time for project completion, Nigeria’s House of Representatives has approved a two-month extension for the implementation of the 2023 supplementary budget.

In an accelerated hearing on Wednesday, the parliament amended the act to extend implementation of the capital components from March 30 to June 30.

Presenting the bill, the majority leader, Usman Kumu (APC-Gombe), said that the amendment became necessary following a request by President Bola Tinubu.

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