Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Privatisation, has supported requests for a part-time legislative system in federal and state levels.
This suggestion was made by Senator Kalu of the Abia North senatorial district, a representative of APC. According to him, this measure would aid in reducing expenses and increasing people’s faith in the political system.
During an interview conducted over the weekend, the ex-governor of Abia made this statement.
Senator Kalu expressed support for a part-time legislature, stating that it would be beneficial if his colleagues and other Assembly members agreed to convene for three months solely dedicated to constitutional amendment.
“We have the option to hold quarterly sittings and, in case of an emergency, we can schedule additional sessions. This allows us to pursue presidential bids without committing to a full-time sitting arrangement.”
“All legislative houses in Nigeria, including the Senate and House of Representatives, will be part-time.”
Senator Kalu argued that implementing this measure was necessary to reduce the cost of governance, and highlighted regional government as another feasible option.
Considering the implementation of a regional government would entail having identical ministers and legislators. Given that Nigeria requires finances, I’ve been pondering ways to reduce expenses necessary for running the country.
He stated that he would urge the President and National Assembly to enact such laws, which will benefit not only him but also the system and everyone.
A former governor clarified that Nigerians hold the mistaken belief senators are paid adequately.
I am desirous of an expeditious constitutional amendment by Nigerians and fellow colleagues, to enable us serve as part-time members in the Senate, House of Representatives, and all 36 state houses of assembly within Nigeria.
According to the ex-governor, “The Nigerian people will be able to trust and find relief through this.”
Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Privatisation, has supported requests for a part-time legislative system in federal and state levels.
This suggestion was made by Senator Kalu of the Abia North senatorial district, a representative of APC. According to him, this measure would aid in reducing expenses and increasing people’s faith in the political system.
During an interview conducted over the weekend, the ex-governor of Abia made this statement.
Senator Kalu expressed support for a part-time legislature, stating that it would be beneficial if his colleagues and other Assembly members agreed to convene for three months solely dedicated to constitutional amendment.
“We have the option to hold quarterly sittings and, in case of an emergency, we can schedule additional sessions. This allows us to pursue presidential bids without committing to a full-time sitting arrangement.”
“All legislative houses in Nigeria, including the Senate and House of Representatives, will be part-time.”
Senator Kalu argued that implementing this measure was necessary to reduce the cost of governance, and highlighted regional government as another feasible option.
Considering the implementation of a regional government would entail having identical ministers and legislators. Given that Nigeria requires finances, I’ve been pondering ways to reduce expenses necessary for running the country.
He stated that he would urge the President and National Assembly to enact such laws, which will benefit not only him but also the system and everyone.
A former governor clarified that Nigerians hold the mistaken belief senators are paid adequately.
I am desirous of an expeditious constitutional amendment by Nigerians and fellow colleagues, to enable us serve as part-time members in the Senate, House of Representatives, and all 36 state houses of assembly within Nigeria.
According to the ex-governor, “The Nigerian people will be able to trust and find relief through this.”
