Reps Receive ₦400 Miilion For Constituency Projects

The finances of the country are under serious challenge, but as a leader, I’m working with my colleagues to ensure that this year’s intervention is also 100 per cent by the releases of the Federal Government.” The Minority Whip disclosed that he inaugurated a committee comprising professionals to ensure the quality of projects.

He said,“If you look at part of the bills I’m sponsoring, it is on federal constituencies and senatorial districts fund development to enable every constituency and senatorial district to have major projects.

“I’m part of the leadership and I’m working hard to ensure the implementation process commences.

In total, we are talking about a little above ₦400 million for each constituency.” Speaking further, the Minority Whip, who is a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, lauded the Federal Government for previously releasing 100 per cent of the projects.

We will ensure 100 per cent implementation because, to be honest, from 2019 to 2023, the Federal Government tried by releasing almost 100 per cent of all ZIPs and SIPs,”he added.

“Regarding the amount, particularly in the 10th House of Representatives, which Nigerians call the ‘people’s house,’ we are very open..

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