The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has expressed concern over President Bola Tinubu's 2025 budget proposal, arguing that it perpetuates Nigeria's long-standing fiscal challenges.
The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, has reacted to the 2025 budget proposal presented to the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday. The Coalition described the budget proposal as a stark reminder of the country's persistent fiscal woes. President Tinubu Tuesday presented a national budget of N47.96 trillion for 2025 to the joint session of lawmakers in the National Assembly.
He said the budget which was put together based on economic realities and would trigger the prosperity of Nigerians in 2025 if implemented to the latter, adding that it would restore and consolidate key polices of government. Tinubu said Nigerians have shown resilience in 2024 economic challenges, hence, he believed that the 2025 budget would leverage that so that the fabric of the nation can be built further in 2025. However, in a statement signed by High Chief Peter Ameh, the Publicity Secretary of CUPP, said a cursory examination of the line items reveals a familiar pattern which includes, debt servicing continues to take a substantial chunk of the budget, while allocations for critical sectors such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure remain woefully inadequate. 'This phenomenon is not new; rather, it is a recurring tale that has plagued Nigeria's budgeting process for years,' the statement added. 'The implications of this trend are far-reaching and devastating. As debt servicing continues to drain the country's resources, poverty levels have skyrocketed, and economic growth has stagnated. 'The human cost of this mismanagement is evident in the lack of access to basic necessities such as healthcare, education, and clean water. 'The failure to address these pressing needs has led to widespread disillusionment and frustration among Nigerians. 'The President's budget proposal for 2025 presents an opportunity for a paradigm shift. By prioritizing investments in critical sectors, the government can create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and reduce povert
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