The Nigerian Senate has denied allegations that it determines its own salaries or receives special financial packages from the Presidency. Senate Spokesman Yemi Adaramodu (APC, Ekiti South) dismissed the accusations in a statement, characterizing them as an effort to “crucify the legislature by the centurions of political hypocrisy.”
Adaramodu emphasized that no Senator has received any form of financial support from the Presidency, clarifying that constituency projects associated with the legislature are merely proposals made by Senators. He noted that this practice is consistent with those in other democracies worldwide.
“The Senate only receives the salary allocated to it by the Revenue Mobilisation Fiscal Allocation Commission, strictly following constitutional guidelines,” Adaramodu stated.
He challenged anyone with credible evidence to present facts to the contrary, labeling the notion that the National Assembly sets its salaries as “uncharitable and satanic.”
Adaramodu further explained that the Executive branch, through its various ministries and agencies, is responsible for awarding contracts for constituency projects.
“The funds for these projects are allocated based on the number of constituencies in each state, ensuring that all regions of Nigeria benefit from federal resources,” he added.
As Nigeria enters what some are calling a “season of political pontificating,” Adaramodu assured the public that the 10th Assembly remains a “responsible and responsive chamber.”
He reiterated the Senate’s commitment to upholding the nation’s economy and growth, stressing that it only receives constitutionally allocated funds and would not seek additional perks from other branches of government.
