Thelma Osatohanmwen
Senator Shehu Sani has taken to his X page (formerly Twitter) to express his commendation for the recent decision to implement a 60% reduction in foreign and local travel expenses for the President, Vice President, and other high-ranking government officials.
In his opinion, this move signifies a pivotal step in the right direction, emphasizing the importance of cutting the cost of governance as an integral part of serious economic reform.
The senator’s endorsement reflects a growing awareness within the political sphere of the need for prudent financial management, especially in a developing country with diverse economic needs.
Acknowledging the urgency to address wastage and extravagance, the senator contends that the 60% reduction in travel expenses is a positive indicator that the government is attuned to the economic challenges faced by the nation.
In his statement, Senator Shehu Sani urged state governors to emulate this cost-cutting measure and redirect the saved resources towards addressing the basic and vital needs of their respective constituents.