
The Digest:
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has challenged the popular notion that Nigerian lawmakers amass significant wealth, asserting that many face financial hardship after leaving office. Speaking during a plenary session, Akpabio addressed "misconceptions" about legislators' financial status, emphasizing their often-overlooked sacrifices.
Key Points:
- Senate President Akpabio claims many lawmakers struggle financially post-office.
- He addressed the public's "misconceptions" about legislators' wealth.
- Senator Abaribe revealed that the late Senator Zagi sought financial aid for illness.
- Abaribe noted the lack of benefits for former legislators.
- Akpabio highlighted the public's wrong perception of enrichment in office.
- He asserted that lawmakers make sacrifices for national development
- Akpabio urged the public to recognize legislators' true sacrifices.
Sources: The Cable