In a bid to enhance fiscal responsibility and reduce government expenditure, President Bola Tinubu has announced new directives limiting the official vehicle and security personnel allocations for Ministers, Ministers of State, and Heads of Agencies of the Federal Government.
Effective immediately, these officials are restricted to a maximum of three vehicles in their official convoys, with no additional vehicles permitted for their movement. This measure is part of a broader strategy to cut costs associated with government operations.
Earlier this year, President Tinubu implemented significant reductions in the size of government entourages during travel. For foreign trips, his entourage was cut from 50 to 20 officials, while local trips now accommodate a maximum of 25 officials. Similarly, the Vice President’s entourage has been limited to five officials for foreign trips and 15 for local trips.
In addition to vehicle restrictions, the President has mandated that all ministers and agency heads may have no more than five security personnel assigned to them. This security team will consist of four police officers and one Department of State Services (DSS) officer, with no additional security personnel allowed.
To further streamline operations, President Tinubu has instructed the National Security Adviser to collaborate with Military, Paramilitary, and Security Agencies to assess and implement suitable reductions in their vehicle and security personnel deployments.
These measures reflect the President’s commitment to promoting efficiency and accountability within the government, with all affected officials expected to comply immediately.
Bayo OnanugaSpecial Adviser to the President(Information & Strategy)October 24, 2024
