Tinubu Submits ₦1.48 Trillion Rivers Budget to National Assembly
President Bola Tinubu has formally submitted a fresh ₦1.48 trillion budget proposal for Rivers State to the National Assembly, asking for urgent consideration and passage. This move comes after the Supreme Court nullified the state’s earlier 2025 budget, and in light of the ongoing emergency rule in Rivers State.
In his submission on Thursday, President Tinubu highlighted that the proposed budget is essential to keep the state running effectively, especially given the constitutional setback and the administrative void caused by the emergency governance situation.
The proposed spending plan allocates ₦324 billion to infrastructure, a sector seen as vital for economic growth and development in the state. In the health sector, ₦166 billion is set aside to improve healthcare delivery and facilities.
The budget also provides ₦75.6 billion for education, aiming to strengthen public schools and educational institutions. Meanwhile, ₦31.4 billion has been allocated to agriculture. Tinubu emphasized that this investment in agriculture could create about 6,000 jobs, offering a major economic boost for young people and rural communities.
Calling on the National Assembly to act quickly, the President stated that the passage of the budget was in the best interest of the state and its citizens. He stressed that the funds would help stabilise the region and address critical needs while ensuring governance continues uninterrupted.
Why did President Tinubu submit a new ₦1.48 trillion budget for Rivers State?
President Tinubu submitted the new ₦1.48 trillion budget to the National Assembly after the Supreme Court nullified Rivers State’s original 2025 budget and due to the state being under emergency rule, making a fresh budget necessary to maintain governance and fund key sectors like infrastructure, health, education, and agriculture.
