In a statement signed personally by Bamidele, he emphasized the critical importance of the MTEF, stating, “The consideration of MTEF occupies a prime place on the rung of our legislative agenda. This is simply because MTEF must be ready before the 2025 Appropriation Bill can be laid before the National Assembly.”
The MTEF is a legal framework providing the budget template and is typically submitted to Parliament before the President’s budget presentation.