₦4.2bn Allocation Not for Tables and Microphones – LASG
Kehinde Adeleye
The Lagos State Government has refuted reports alleging that ₦4.2 billion was allocated in the 2026 budget for the purchase of tables, chairs and microphones for the Office of the Deputy Governor.
In a statement addressing the controversy, the government described the claim as inaccurate and said it stemmed from a misinterpretation of the approved capital budget.
According to the statement, the total capital allocation for the Office of the Deputy Governor in the 2026 fiscal year stands at ₦4,247,816,006. However, officials clarified that the bulk of the amount is designated for infrastructure works rather than office furniture.
The government explained that ₦4,077,816,006 of the total sum is earmarked for the reconstruction of the Round House complex, a six-storey building housing more than 50 offices. The project includes structural repairs, upgrades, retrofitting and the installation of alternative energy infrastructure.
It added that only ₦170 million of the capital allocation is set aside for office equipment, furniture, fittings and other related items.
The statement noted that relevant sections of the budget document were made available to promote transparency and public understanding.
The government further stated that its budgeting process adheres to due process, fiscal discipline and established accounting standards. It urged media organisations and members of the public to seek clarification through official channels to avoid misinformation and expressed regret over any confusion caused by the budget classification.
The clarification followed earlier reports claiming that a review of the approved 2026 budget showed ₦4.2 billion allocated solely for office furniture and 30 microphones for the Deputy Governor’s office.
The report also referenced other allocations in the 2026 budget, including funds for legislative quarters, infrastructure upgrades at the State House of Assembly complex and community-based capital projects.
While the state government maintains that the figures were misunderstood, the issue has generated public debate over budget transparency and government spending priorities.
