Budget padding is not a crime. It is generally regarded world-wide as effort by political representatives of various national or state assemblies to help their constituents by steering projects to their states. In United states, it is called pork or earmarks or bringing home the bacon. Some members of the national and state Assemblies bring …
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Blast from the Past
one would think that Nigerian presidents has learned to obey court orders after over 16 years of uninterrupted democratic rule. Former president Obasanjo was an expert in disobeying court orders which almost ruined Nigerian nascent democracy during his tenure. Late President Yar’Adua quickly put an end to his over-the-top insanity when he assumed office. He …
Jumbo Pay of Nigerian Legislatures
The rumbling and anger across Nigeria on compensation of Nigerian politicians, especially Nigerian National legislatures and State Houses of Assemblies is an issue that should be of great concern to Nigerians at home and abroad and foreign allies who cares about sustainability of Nigerian democracy. These legislatures gulps tax payer’s money with impunity that burgles …