Senate President David Bonaventure Mark pledged that the national assembly will lead by firm (and may we hope, very honest) example in slashing federal government overhead costs with effect from the 2011 budget. He spoke during President Goodluck Jonathan's presentation of the budget proposals to the joint Senate/House sitting on Wednesday.
Good. Well said.
Is this a promise to be kept or is he venturing (no pun intended) into delicate vaults of contention, considering how touchy his colleagues can be in these matters?
Okay, give them the benefit of doubts, dear Nigerians, and await their very patriotic ACTION. Please.
Now ye distinguished and honourable legislators, lend me your ears: Make the cuts deep enough to mean what you pledged - may we suggest a meaningful figure of 50%? Please.
Once done, you can then pummel the executive branch - with our full, total and overawing support.
While you be at it, kindly settle the small unfinished business of passing the FoI Bill into law. Thank you.
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