The news of a planned 114 percent increase in the salaries of the president, legislators, and judiciary has sparked widespread outrage among Nigerians.
This outcry is not surprising, considering the recent removal of fuel subsidy which has caused prices of goods and services to skyrocket. Many people can no longer afford to buy fuel, resulting in fewer cars on the road and even forcing some individuals to embark on long walks to reach their destinations. The cost of living in Nigeria has become exorbitant, with even basic necessities becoming increasingly expensive.
In Nigeria, the price of fuel affects everything, including the cost of bride price. The government urged citizens to make sacrifices, promising that the money saved from the subsidy removal would be invested in healthcare, education, and infrastructure.Even though it was just a recommendation, the timing of the leak was incredibly inappropriate and has the potential to ignite social unrest in the country.
The individual who gave the recent interview should seriously consider finding a new job. At a time when most Nigerians are demanding a reduction in the cost of governance and a decrease in the salaries of political elites, such news leaking out is highly inappropriate. Even contemplating or recommending such an increase at this point in time is sinful.
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