Questions over how the 2025 federal budget was carried out are set to dominate deliberations within the House of Representatives, as opposition lawmakers signal possible action against senior finance officials over claims that key provisions of the Appropriation Act were not implemented.
In a joint statement signed by caucus leaders, Hon. Fred Agbedi and Hon. Afam Ogene, members of the opposition bloc announced plans to convene a strategic meeting on Tuesday at 8.00 p.m. to examine what they described as critical national and legislative concerns. The agenda, according to the statement, will include fiscal governance, legislative oversight responsibilities and an assessment of the minority leadership’s performance in the House.
Central to the discussions is the reported failure to implement the 2025 Appropriation Act throughout the fiscal year, despite the legislature approving all loan requests submitted by the Executive. The caucus said members would review allegations that funds allocated for capital projects were not released as approved by the National Assembly.
The statement further indicated that the opposition is considering demands for increased accountability within the finance sector, including a possible call for the removal of the Minister of Finance and the Accountant-General of the Federation. Both officials are accused of providing assurances to lawmakers that capital projects would be executed and outstanding payment obligations settled before the end of the year.
Opposition lawmakers also plan to request comprehensive records of all bills passed by the 10th National Assembly, along with the votes and proceedings of both chambers and all gazetted laws. The caucus said this had become necessary following recent changes to tax legislation. The meeting is also expected to review the conduct of the minority leadership, with possible corrective steps to be discussed. The venue will be communicated to members ahead of the meeting.
