President Bola Tinubu’s recent request to increase the 2024 budget by N6.2 trillion has sparked controversy, as it came with luxury hampers for lawmakers. The hampers are said to contain “gifts” of N400 million for each senator and N200 million for each member of the House of Representatives, hidden under the guise of constituency projects.
This move has been criticized as an attempt to bribe lawmakers into approving the budget increase, while the general population struggles with economic hardship. The “gifts” have been described as a slap in the face of Nigerians who are facing rising inflation, food scarcity, and other economic challenges.
The luxury hampers and “gifts” have sparked outrage, with many questioning the priorities of the government and the lawmakers. The move is seen as a clear example of the disconnect between the political elite and the masses, who are struggling to make ends meet.
_Key Points:_
– President Tinubu requests N6.2 trillion budget increase
– Luxury hampers and “gifts” given to lawmakers
– N400 million for each senator, N200 million for each House of Reps member
– “Gifts” hidden under constituency projects
– Move criticized as bribery and a slap in the face of struggling Nigerians
