The fate of more than 1.2 million learners, who are beneficiaries of the National Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), hangs in the balance due to a protracted battle between Members of Parliament (MPs) who have refused to accept its illegality, and the courts, which have defeated all attempts to rectify the fund's status.

The kitty, which has become a legal battleground over the years, is now on its last legs.

It has until June 30 of next year to conclude its operations in line with a court directive.

Unaddressed issues, including planned but implemented constituency development projects and unpaid pending bills, loom large as the NG-CDF approaches its closure.