President Bola Tinubu has arrived at the National Assembly Complex to deliver the highly anticipated 2025 budget proposal before a joint session of the Nigerian Parliament. The Federal Executive Council approved the proposed budget estimate of N47.96 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year earlier this week, setting the stage for the president’s presentation.
In preparation for the event, strict security measures have been implemented around the National Assembly. Operatives from the Department of State Services, Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, Sergeant-At-Arms, and the Federal Road Safety Corps are overseeing access to the complex.
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Only individuals with legitimate business related to the budget presentation will be granted entry, ensuring a smooth and secure session.
National Assembly staff members involved in clerical and auxiliary services have been instructed to remain at home on Tuesday, awaiting the completion of the President’s visit. This move underscores the significance of the budget presentation and the heightened security surrounding the event.