House committee says Tinubu's security funding pledge unmet
House committee expresses concern over inadequate intelligence sector funding despite Tinubu's security commitments. Committee observed 2026 allocations and releases fall short of declared priorities during budget defense session. President Tinubu proposed N5.41 trillion for defense and security in 2026 budget, but committee found intelligence sector allocations 'abysmal' and inconsistent with policy. Key figures: N245.94 billion personnel, N131.27 billion overheads, N286.90 billion capital expenditure. Permanent Secretary ONSA cited operational constraints including irregular fund releases, foreign exchange pressures, and Presidential Air Fleet maintenance costs abroad. Committee appealed for enhanced funding and warned agencies against resisting legislative oversight. Intelligence priorities include counter-terrorism, border security, and cybersecurity. Will the president review funding to enable swift response to emerging threats?