The House of Representatives has resolved to cut members’ salaries by 50 per cent for six months to support the Federal Government in providing succour to the citizenry over the current hardship in the country.
The resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance by Rep. Ibrahim Isiaka (Ogun, APC) during plenary in Abuja on Thursday.
In an amendment to the motion, the Deputy Speaker of the House Rep, Benjamin Kalu pleaded with the lawmakers to cut their salaries by 50 per cent for six months.
This, he said, was to support the government in providing succour to the citizenry over the hardship, and sequel to the August nationwide planned protest
Isiaka said Nigerians have the right to peaceful assembly and protest to address their grievances.
He said, “the house presents with a humble plea, a plea for reason, understanding, and unity in the face of adversity.
According to him, maintaining peace and engaging in constructive dialogue with the government was crucial for the resolution of issues facing the nation.
He appealed to the proponents of the proposed nationwide protest in Nigeria to consider a different path, a path of patience, dialogue, and collaboration.