Former APC Spokesperson Urges Lawmakers to Publish Bank Account Details

In a recent development, Former spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has challenged lawmakers of the national assembly to publish their bank account details. This call comes in the wake of Senate President Godwill Akapbio's statement during a live plenary session regarding a token that would be sent to them as a vacation allowance while on recess.

Comrade Frank, in a statement released in Abuja on Thursday, August 10, expressed his disappointment with the attitude of the 10th National Assembly members whom he considers to be indifferent to the harsh economic realities faced by ordinary Nigerians who elected them into office. He called for the lawmakers to return the money they have allegedly collected as "enjoyment" and "vacation" allowances from the National Assembly.

According to Comrade Frank, Senators received a credit alert of N30 million, while principal officers received N45 million. He further added that House of Representatives members received N30 million, and their principal officers received N45 million. These figures were said to be confirmed by a reliable source, a Senator in the upper chamber of the national assembly.

Highlighting a Senator's refusal to accept the vacation allowance, Comrade Frank narrates, "The Senator said he has rejected his own largesse, saying: 'Allah will not forgive me if I collect such an amount for vacation enjoyment while my constituents are suffering hardships. I will spend my vacation with my constituents in the village. I am not traveling to any other place, so I don't need the money.'"

The call for lawmakers to disclose their bank account details aims to bring about transparency and accountability. By making their financial information public, it can serve as a measure of their integrity and commitment to serve the Nigerian people.

However, it remains to be seen whether the lawmakers will heed this demand and respond by publishing their bank account information. The issue of allowances and financial transparency within the National Assembly has long been a subject of public concern and debate.

Comrade Timi Frank's challenge to the lawmakers opens up a broader discussion on the need for transparency and accountability in the Nigerian political landscape. It serves as a reminder that elected officials should prioritize the welfare of the citizens who entrusted them with their mandate.

The actions taken by the 10th National Assembly members, as highlighted by Comrade Frank, appear to demonstrate a disconnect between the lawmakers and the economic struggles faced by the average Nigerian citizen. This raises questions about whether they are truly representing the interests of their constituents.

As the call is made for lawmakers to publish their bank account details, it is crucial to also consider the larger issue of financial transparency in governance. Such transparency can foster trust between the government and its citizens and reduce suspicions of corruption and exploitation.

All eyes are now on the lawmakers of the national assembly, who have been urged to make their financial information public. The response of the lawmakers to this demand will speak volumes about their commitment to accountability and good governance.

In conclusion, Comrade Timi Frank's call for lawmakers to publish their bank account details serves as a demand for transparency and accountability within the Nigerian political landscape. It emphasizes the need for elected officials to prioritize the well-being of their constituents and to be held to high standards of integrity. Only time will tell if the lawmakers will respond to this call and take meaningful steps towards financial transparency.

Source of content: OOO News 2023-08-10 News

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