Tinubu signs bill extending 2025 budget implementation to Dec 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed legislation to extend the implementation of the 2025 budget until the end of 2026. This extension was announced by Bayo Onanuga, the President's Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, in a statement released on Wednesday. The approval of the bill came swiftly from both the Senate and the House of Representatives on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.

This extension provides additional time for government agencies to finish ongoing projects and ensures that appropriated funds are utilized effectively for the benefit of Nigerians without interrupting essential programs. The President praised the National Assembly for their timely review of the bill, reflecting the strong collaboration between the executive and legislative branches for the nation's progress.