Nigeria's Budget Minister Announces 2027 Budget Plans

The Federal Government, represented by Minister of State for Budget and Economic Planning Doris Uzoka-Anite, is preparing the 2027 budget for presentation before the end of December 2026. This announcement was made during a briefing for State House correspondents following a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

Uzoka-Anite also disclosed that the FEC approved the revised National Policy on Food and Nutrition in Nigeria 2026 and the National Nutrition Bill 2026, which aim to enhance the country's response to malnutrition. These documents will provide a framework for coordinating food and nutrition programs nationwide, ensuring sustainable funding, and improving accountability, particularly to reduce childhood stunting.

The policy and bill were developed in collaboration with various stakeholders, including the Office of the Vice President and the National Assembly. Additionally, Uzoka-Anite congratulated President Bola Tinubu for hosting the 32nd Nigerian Economic Summit, which took place from October 26 to 28.