Presidency denies Senator Ningi's budget padding allegations The Presidency has reacted to the claim made by Senator Abdul Ningi, representing Bauchi Central that President Bola Tinubu-led federal government is operating two versions of the 2024 budget. According to Senator Ningi, the National Assembly approved a budget of N25 trillion, differing from the N28.7 trillion implemented by the government. The special adviser to the president on information & strategy, Bayo Onanuga, issued a statement on Sunday, March 10, dismissing Senator Ningi's allegations. He said: “Following the false claims made by Senator Abdul Ningi, representing Bauchi...