Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah is facing criticism after the approval of the 2024 appropriation bill, which allocates N1.95 billion for the procurement of new Toyota Prado SUVs for the 24 members of the state House of Assembly.
The budget, totaling N521.5 billion and recently signed into law, designates 79% (N414.3 billion) for capital expenditure and 21% (N107.2 billion) for recurrent expenditure.
According to Sahara Reporters, the specific allocation of N1,950,000,000 for the “Procurement of Toyota Prado jeep for newly elected House members” has drawn criticism, especially considering the state’s economic challenges.
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The specific allocation for the lawmakers’ vehicles has sparked controversy, with critics condemning the move as a “misplacement of priority” in the face of the state’s reported economic challenges.
Reports has shown that Enugu residents and other Nigerians are grappling with a surge in the cost of living and hunger.