President Bola Tinubu says the 2025 appropriation bill will be ready before the National Assembly soon.

Tinubu disclosed this when he appeared at the joint sitting of the National Assembly to celebrate the nation’s 25 years of unbroken democracy on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

“I will soon bring the 2025 appropriation bill before you; this is just for your information,” the president said.

He urged the National Assembly not to risk the democratic experience enjoyed so far, saying: “We must not risk this democracy. We must build this nation so that the future of our great-grandchildren will be secured in terms of prosperity and progress.”

President Tinubu also congratulated Nigerians for the 25 years of unbroken democracy.

Tinubu said: “Out of respect, I come to say thank you very much for building on this stage, building the institution and the country.

“You are first and foremost leaders who speak for our people and you have been at the forefront of this.

Tinubu assents law returning ‘Nigeria We Hail Thee’ National Anthem

“This institution of the hallowed chamber represents our consciousness of freedom and sense of belonging.

“Without this house, I probably may not find the path to the presidency I started before now. That is why I am giving all the respect to you so please let’s continue to collaborate and work together.”

The president added that no amount of aid from foreign countries would help to build Nigeria, calling on the lawmakers to work together to build the nation.

“This should not only be about you but for the generation yet unborn and charting a new path for the citizenry,” Tinubu stressed.

Responding, Senate President Godswill Akpabio said: “We will be expecting the 2025 appropriation bill as soon as possible.”

Akpabio said henceforth, the National Assembly members would refer to themselves as brothers.

“So today we say Nigeria, we hail thee,” the Senate President stated.

Also speaking, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, described Tinubu as a true democrat and leader of the party.

Abbas said: “I want you to know that we at NASS are very happy with your performance and we are thankful for the relationship that has existed between us. It has been mutually beneficial.

“We assure you that we will always support your noble objectives and collaborate with you. We thank you for bringing back the National Anthem we grew up with.

“By the time we sing it, you will understand why we must bring it back, line by line.”

The Star