
Atiku Condemns National Assembly’s Exorbitant Salaries, Allowances
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the National Assembly, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, for disregarding the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMFAC) in determining its salaries and allowances.
In a statement by his Media Adviser, Paul Ibeh, Atiku expressed concern over the exorbitant pay packages of lawmakers, particularly in a country facing poverty, hunger, and insecurity.
Atiku’s remarks followed Senator Sumaila Kawu’s disclosure of his N21 million monthly allowances, sparking public outrage and confirming allegations of unilaterally set remuneration.
Atiku emphasized that RMFAC, not the National Assembly, is responsible for setting salaries and allowances. He urged RMFAC to assert its authority and ensure the law is followed.
Atiku linked the recent #EndBackGovernanceProtest to growing discontent among Nigerians, fueled by the widening gap between the political elite and the masses. He described the extravagant pay packages as a stark contrast to the economic hardships faced by many Nigerians.
“It’s the responsibility of the RMFAC to implement the law as it relates to fixing the salaries and allowances of public officials,” Atiku said.
More Stories
Bauchi group rebuts Sowore’s allegations, defends state officials
By Ahmed Ahmed The Bauchi Concerned Group (BCG) has firmly rejected allegations recently leveled by activist and Sahara Reporters publisher,...
APC Bauchi south stakeholders advocate creation of more States, LGAs
By Ahmed Ahmed Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi South Senatorial District have strongly advocated for the...
Breaking: Ganduje Resigns as APC National Chairman on Health Grounds
By Baba Dan'iya Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje has resigned from his position as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress...
Tinubu Brokers Peace Talks on Rivers Political Crisis – Onanuga
By Baba Dan'iya President Bola Tinubu has initiated a fresh reconciliation process to resolve the prolonged political crisis in Rivers...
Bauchi publishing firm to inject N1b to revive publishing of newspapers
By Ahmed Ahmed The Board of Directors of the Bauchi Publishing and Printing Company (BPPC) has unveiled plans to relaunch...
Adamawa APC debunks reported endorsement of Tinubu, Ribadu
The Adamawa chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly refuted media reports suggesting that the party had endorsed...