FG Promises Better Times as 2026 Budget Moves to Senate
By Patience Ikpeme
The Federal Government has promised to follow through on its plans for the 2026 Budget, describing it as a “budget of consolidation” meant to grow the economy, make the country safer, and make life better for all Nigerians.
This promise came from the Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, on Monday while she was presenting the budget details to the Senate. She said the government is now moving from just trying to keep the economy steady to actually making it grow. This plan follows President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope Agenda” to bring real change to the country.
Dr. Uzoka-Anite said that the 2026 budget focuses on making the economy strong, building new roads and bridges faster, and making sure the country is secure. She also said the government will be very careful with how it spends money, using tax reforms to make sure more people pay what they owe without making things harder for the poor.
The Minister explained that the government will put a lot of energy into collecting revenue properly. “Prudent fiscal management and revenue mobilisation will be prioritised, alongside tax reforms, to broaden the tax base and enhance compliance,” she said. This means the government wants to find better ways to bring in money so it can fund its big projects.
Apart from taxes, the government plans to put more money into security, education, and infrastructure. To do this, they will be working with private businesses and international development partners. The Minister said this approach will help the economy grow much faster than before.
Dr. Uzoka-Anite said the government is serious about making sure the money is used for exactly what was promised. She said they will keep a close eye on how the budget is handled so that Nigerians can see the results in their daily lives.
“The 2026 Budget represents a decisive shift from stabilisation to growth,” the Minister said. She said the ultimate goal is to make sure every Nigerian feels the benefit of the budget through “improved security, infrastructure, and economic opportunities for all.”
As the Senate begins to look at the budget, the government says it remains focused on delivering these benefits and making sure the promises made on paper become a reality on the streets.
