Federal Gov’t Slashes Ministers’ Imprest To N700,000, Tightens Spending Rules

Leadership | 09-06-2026 02:32am |

The Federal Government has reduced the maximum reimbursable imprest for ministers to N700,000, aiming to enhance financial discipline within the public sector. This decision is part of a broader initiative to implement stricter spending and accountability measures across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The new regulations were outlined in the 2026 Annual General Imprest Warrant, which emphasizes the government's commitment to preventing the misuse of public funds and ensuring responsible financial management.

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