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President Tinubu said the budget reflects a renewed commitment to strengthening the foundation of a robust economy while addressing critical sectors essential for the growth and development envisioned.President Tinubu, who stated this during the presentation of the 2025 budget to a joint session of the National Assembly, listed the sectors as defence/security, infrastructure, health and education.He said N4.91 trillion has been allocated to the defence and security sector, while N4.
“Our people should never live in fear—whether on their farmlands, highways or in cities. By restoring peace, we restore productivity, revive businesses, and rebuild our communities,” he said.In his speech, Mr Tinubu reiterated his commitment to completing some legacy projects his administration has embarked on. He said the projects include the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and the Sokoto-Badagry Road.
“By leveraging private capital, we hope to complete key projects that drive growth and create jobs. We have already embarked on key legacy projects: The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and the Sokoto-Badagry Highway, which will have a huge impact on the lives of our people and accelerate economic output,” he said.
The president also noted that the government had allocated ₦402 billion for infrastructure investments in the health sector and another ₦282.65 billion for the Basic Health Care Fund.
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