Nigeria, June 15 -- The House of Representatives on Monday approved a three-month extension of the implementation period for the capital component of the 2025 Appropriation Act, shifting the deadline from 30 June to 30 September 2026.

The decision was taken during an emergency plenary session convened to consider the amendment bill seeking to prolong the lifespan of the capital expenditure section of the budget.

The proposed legislation, titled "A Bill for an Act to Amend the Appropriation (Repeal and Enactment) Act, 2025 to Extend the Implementation of the Capital Aspect of the Appropriation Act, 2025 from 30 June 2026 to 30 September 2026," scaled first and second readings before the lawmakers proceeded with its consideration.

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