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Reps to cut salaries by 50% for 6 months to fight hardship
The House of Representatives has resolved to slash their salaries by 50% as a way to support the Federal Government addressing the economic hardship in the country.
The House reached this resolution sequel to the adoption of a motion moved on the floor of the House by Hon. Ibrahim Isiaka (APC- Ogun State) during plenary in Abuja.
The salary cut is to last for six months and will amount to N648 million
The lawmakers, however, appealed to Nigerians to exercise more patience with President Bola Tinubu’s led administration in addressing challenges and hardships faced by citizens.
READ ALSO:Sowore drags Tinubu over alleged purchase of $100m presidential jet amid economic hardship
The House further mandated its Committee on Appropriation, Humanitarian Affairs, Finance and Budget to ensure compliance.
High cost of foodstuffs and other commodities in the markets, across the country, have been on the rise, causing frustration among the citizenry.
The situation has already prompted calls for the youths to embark on a nation-wide protest.
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