Group Demands National Assembly Disclose N344bn Spending

The Advocacy Foundation, a civil society group, is pressing the Nigerian National Assembly to disclose details regarding its N344 billion spending. This demand follows a partial response to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request submitted on January 8, 2026, which sought comprehensive data on the Assembly's financial performance.

The Assembly's response, dated March 2, 2026, provided limited information about legislative activities for the 2024-2025 legislative year but failed to address core issues raised in the FOI request. Consequently, the group filed a lawsuit (suit no.

FHC/L/CS/416/26) in the Federal High Court, arguing that the Assembly's response was inadequate and lacked transparency. The group highlighted that the response did not include details on the House of Representatives' budget performance and emphasized the need for public accountability regarding the Assembly's financial allocations.

The Advocacy Foundation continues to pursue legal measures to ensure compliance with the Freedom of Information Act 2011.