BudgIT, a Nigerian civic tech organisation focused on public finance transparency, has revealed that the National Assembly inserted 11,122 projects worth N6.93 trillion into the 2025 federal budget. This disclosure was made via a press statement shared on their official X (formerly Twitter
The organisation expressed concern over the scale and nature of these insertions, suggesting that many of the projects may not align with national priorities or may lack proper oversight. BudgIT emphasised the need for greater transparency and accountability in budgeting to ensure that public funds are allocated effectively and equitably.
This revelation has sparked discussions among stakeholders about the integrity of the budgetary process and the role of the National Assembly in project allocations. BudgIT has called on relevant authorities to investigate these insertions and to implement measures that promote fiscal responsibility.
The full details of BudgIT’s findings and recommendations can be accessed below:
