Senate insists there are no expenses to reduce.
Despite the economic hardships caused by the elimination of petroleum subsidies, the Senate has ruled out the possibility of the National Assembly reducing its expenses.
Senator Yemi Adaramodu, chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, told journalists in Ilorin, Kwara State, on Monday that the National Assembly is not culpable for Nigeria’s economic difficulties.
Legislators perform a variety of responsibilities without compensation, including committee work and oversight responsibilities, he said, insisting that demands for them to reduce expenses are invalid.
Adaramodu made the remarks shortly after the tribunal ruled in his favour, affirming the All Progressives Congress (APC) leader’s electoral victory over Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senator Biodun Olujimi.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SIR
HIS EXCELLENCY, RT. HON. AHMADU UMARU FINTIRI
HAPPY 59TH BIRTHDAY, YOUR EXCELLENCY! The Governing Council, Management, Staff and entire University Community of Adamawa State University, Mubi, heartily felicitate with Your Excellency on the joyous occasion of your 59th birthday. We celebrate your commitment to educational advancement and the development of Adamawa State. May Almighty God grant you sound health, divine wisdom, long life and greater accomplishments. Happy 59th Birthday, Your Excellency!
Professor Clement Augustine, Vice Chancellor, ADSU, Mubi