Lawmakers approve N1.5tn army budget to boost security efforts
The National Assembly has approved a N1.5tn budget for the Nigerian Army for the 2026 fiscal year. Lawmakers pledged to support the timely release of funds to help the Army carry out its duties. Lt Gen Waidi Shaibu presented the budget details during a joint committee session. The approval comes amid ongoing security challenges across the country.
What we know
- The National Assembly approved the N1.5tn budget proposal for the Nigerian Army for the 2026 fiscal year.
- The approval followed a joint budget defence session where Lt Gen Waidi Shaibu presented the Army’s expenditure plans.
- Abdulaziz Yar’Adua, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army, and Aminu Balele, Chairman of the House Committee on Army, expressed satisfaction with the budget presentation.
- Lawmakers highlighted the importance of timely fund release to support the Army’s operations.
- The Army continues to face challenges from insurgency, banditry, and other security threats across multiple regions.
