President Bola Tinubu has refused to approve the National Assembly Library Trust Fund (Establishment) Amendment Bill 2025.
He raised concerns about legal and financial issues that could come with the proposed changes.
The decision was communicated to the House of Representatives and read during plenary by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas.
Tinubu acknowledged the goal of improving library services but pointed out that the bill contains parts that clash with existing federal laws and government policies.
He mentioned that some areas in the bill could lead to problems if made law.
They include the way funds are to be handled for agencies under the National Assembly, how taxes are applied to national entities, public service salary structure, and rules on retirement.
Tinubu warned that if the bill is passed as it is, it could create a risky pattern that may affect how government agencies are managed in the future.
Though he did not list all the conflicting sections, he made it clear that the overall content of the bill could disturb public sector operations and the rules that guide national institutions.
He called on lawmakers to take another look at the bill and correct the areas that are not in line with existing standards.
The bill was originally meant to adjust the existing law setting up the National Assembly Library Trust Fund, with the aim of improving its funding and expanding its services.
With the president’s rejection, the bill is now back with lawmakers who must either make changes or decide on the next step.
