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National Assembly Proposes 30% Salary Cut For Legislators, 40% For Executives
The National Assembly Joint Committee on Electoral Matters has proposed a significant reduction in the salaries of legislators and executive members by 30% and 40%, respectively.
This proposal was discussed during an interactive session on Monday, led by Senator Sharafadeen Alli, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the session, which brought together members of the judiciary and representatives from political parties, focused on reviewing and amending the Electoral Act 2022.
The proposed salary cuts are part of broader efforts to reduce government expenditure and promote cost-saving measures.
In addition to the salary reductions, the committee also reviewed several other proposals aimed at improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of elections. One notable suggestion was to conduct all elections—presidential, National Assembly, governorship, and State Houses of Assembly—on a single day.
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This move is intended to streamline the election process and significantly reduce costs.
Political parties also proposed linking voter registration to the National Identity Number (NIN) as a means to enhance security and further improve cost efficiency in the electoral process.
Furthermore, there was a suggestion to change the process of appointing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chairman, recommending that it should no longer be the responsibility of the executive branch. Instead, it was proposed that the position should be advertised openly to attract qualified candidates.
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Senator Alli assured that the joint committee would continue to engage with INEC and the public to ensure that future elections are conducted smoothly, with minimal disruptions, and in a manner that reflects the proposed reforms.
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