By: X: @kc_journalist
The Senate spokesperson, Yemi Adaramodu, informed The PUNCH that the N6.6tn supplementary budget, although still being computed by the executive, would be sent to the National Assembly after its July 2 resumption.
The N6.6tn budget will provide funding for identified transformational projects, including Lagos-Calabar, Coastal Road; proposed Sokoto-Badagry Road; completion of all ongoing railway projects, which have not been provided counterpart funding.
The budget will also fund the rehabilitation and expansion of dams and irrigation schemes to support increased production within the economy.