In the 2025 budget proposal presented to the National Assembly, no fewer than 10 federal ministries and agencies have been allocated over N1 trillion each, signaling a significant increase in funding for key sectors in Nigeria.
A breakdown of the proposed allocation, which forms part of the N49.7 trillion ‘Restoration’ budget, shows that ministries including Police Affairs, Interior, Defence, Finance, Power, Works, and Budget and Economic Planning will receive substantial funds to drive national development.
Leading the pack is the Ministry of Finance, which has been allocated a total of N17.52 trillion, a significant 87.78% increase from the N9.33 trillion it received in 2023. The bulk of this allocation will go towards salary payments.
The Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning also sees a notable increase of 52.35%, with its appropriation rising by N2.33 trillion to N6.78 trillion. The Ministry of Defence has received an appropriation of N2.92 trillion, marking a rise of 84.81% from the previous year. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Interior’s budget has grown by over 100%, from N461 billion in 2024 to N1.13 trillion in 2025.
Other key ministries receiving large allocations include the Ministry of Power, with an impressive 510.46% increase, from N344 billion in 2024 to N2.1 trillion in the 2025 budget. The Ministry of Works will also see a boost with a proposed budget of N1.14 trillion, up from N657.23 billion in 2024.
The Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs has been allocated N2.23 trillion, while the Ministry of Education received N2.52 trillion. The Ministry of Health’s appropriation stands at N1.91 trillion, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening key social sectors.
The 2025 budget, which was passed for a second reading by both the Senate and the House of Representatives, has a revenue projection of N34.82 trillion to support its aggregate expenditure of N47.9 trillion, leaving a deficit of N13.0 trillion.
Lawmakers have praised President Bola Tinubu for his forward-looking approach and good intentions, noting that the budget aligns with the government’s goals for national growth and development. The budget is now set to be reviewed by the Committee on Appropriations for further deliberations.
The increased funding across critical sectors highlights the administration’s focus on improving security, infrastructure, education, health, and energy—all essential pillars for achieving sustainable national development.
