2020 Budget: Buhari Thanks NASS For Patriotism

President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his gratitude to the National Assembly for passing the 2020 Appropriation Bill.

Buhari described the National Assembly’s act as patriotic.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, disclosed the development on the floor of the lower chamber on Wednesday.

He said that Buhari was appreciative of the lawmakers’ commitment and diligence which has returned the country to January/December budget cycle.

Gbajabiamila told his colleagues that the President was proud of them for putting the country first in working on the budget signed into law on Tuesday.

“I want to convey the president’s appreciation to you all for working on the budget in record time.

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“The President thanked all the members for their commitment to returning the country’s budget cycle to January to December,” the Speaker said

While personally thanking the members for their diligence and hard work in the last six months, the Speaker wished them memorable festive season.

“I want to use this opportunity to wish you all a very merry Christmas and happy New Year. I pray God in His infinite mercy will bring us back fresh and refreshed.”

The Speaker also thanked all legislative and other support staff, pressmen, including their cameramen, among others for their commitment.