JUST IN: House of Reps Announces Six-Month Salary Pay Cut

In a move reflecting the ongoing economic challenges faced by millions of Nigerians, the House of Representatives has resolved to implement a six-month salary pay cut for its members. This reduction will affect only their basic salaries, leaving their allowances untouched.

The initiative was prompted by a motion of urgent public importance brought forward by Ibrahim Isiaka (APC, Ogun) during Thursday’s plenary session. Isiaka highlighted the necessity of this measure to preempt widespread protests against the current economic conditions.

Deputy Speaker Ben Kalu supported the motion with an amendment, suggesting that the salary cut should be a symbolic sacrifice by the legislators for the next six months. The House adopted the motion as amended, following a vote called by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen.

The salary cut will impact the N600,000 monthly basic salaries of the lawmakers. This decision underscores the lawmakers’ recognition of the severe economic hardship their constituents are facing.

Details shortly…….