Heavy security at NASS as Buhari presents 2022 budget

Security within and around the National Assembly Complex, in Abuja, was tightened, on Thursday morning, ahead presentation of the 2022 budget by President Muhammadu Buhari.

President Buhari had, on Wednesday, written the both chambers of the National Assembly intimating the lawmakers that he will be presenting the 2022 budget estimate before them by 12 noon.

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The 2022 budget estimate has a projection of N16.39 trillion.

Security operatives at the entrance to the National Assembly are conducting thorough screening on staff and other people coming into the complex before being allowed entry.

It was observed that those without pass were being denied access to the National Assembly Complex.