House of Representatives Set To Distribute 360 Vehicles To It’s Members
Touchaheart Nigeria reports that the Nigerian House of Representatives has confirmed reports to acquire and distribute 360 functional vehicles to its members in the upcoming weeks and months.
The House Spokesperson, Akin Rotimi, who made this known in a statement said this action aligns with existing procurement laws and follows the precedent set by previous Assemblies.
Alabi explained that the practice is not peculiar to the legislature stating that the vehicles to be allocated to the offices of honourable members are utility operational vehicles tied to their oversight functions in the discharge of their duties in the standing committees.
According to him, they are not personal vehicles gifted to honourable members but shall remain the property of the National Assembly for the duration of the 10th assembly.
The House Spokesperson maintained that lawmakers remain committed to reducing the cost of governance in line with present economic realities.
