Politics
Kalu Reveals Senators Earn N14m Monthly, Says It’s Barely Enough
Former Abia State Governor and current Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has opened up about his monthly income as a Nigerian Senator, stating that it amounts to N14 million.
Kalu shared this information during an interview on Channels Television, shedding light on the misconceptions some Nigerians hold about the luxurious lifestyle they believe federal lawmakers lead.
According to him, the notion that senators are living lavishly while many citizens struggle in poverty is not accurate.
In Nigeria, there has long been confusion regarding how much federal lawmakers earn.
Various claims have surfaced, with some legislators reportedly stating that their monthly income reaches up to N21 million.
However, Kalu clarified that his total earnings, which include the entire package for his duties as a senator, stand at N14 million.
This sum, he explained, covers overhead costs, staff salaries, and other expenses associated with his office.
Kalu also elaborated on how insufficient the N14 million is for his responsibilities.
He mentioned that this amount barely suffices to maintain his constituency office, pay for petrol required for travelling to and from his constituency, and manage other financial obligations related to serving his people.
He made it clear that managing these costs can be challenging, especially given the expectation that lawmakers should be constantly available for their constituents and provide support where necessary.
The debate surrounding the earnings of federal lawmakers in Nigeria continues, with many citizens feeling disconnected from the political elite.
However, Kalu’s statement brings attention to the pressures that come with public office and the financial burdens lawmakers may face behind the scenes.
The Presidency has reacted to the ongoing dispute between former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and the state government over the state’s finances.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, said Obi had claimed he left Anambra debt-free and promised to stop his presidential campaign if proven wrong.
Onanuga said the Anambra government had presented figures showing outstanding obligations to workers, pensioners and contractors under Obi’s administration.
Obi, however, denied the claims, saying his administration cleared over ₦35 billion in historical gratuities and arrears before leaving office.
“If anybody can establish anything to the contrary, I will stop campaigning,” Obi said.
Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken about why he believes Igbos are supporting President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election in the 2027 presidential election.
He said the president’s son, Seyi Tinubu, has given Igbos greater access to the president.
He said “We Igbos now have access to Mr. President Tinubu through his son, Seyi Tinubu. That’s why we’re doing everything to make sure he’s re-elected.”
Cubana Chief Priest also spoke about the growing support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, saying “Thousands of Imolites are trooping in for registration for APC. Ndi Imo don’t just love the City Boys Movement, they believe in it. Let’s do politics with lifestyle. On Asiwaju’s mandate, we shall stand. Imo is APC. Here, it’s zero competition.”
Spiritual leader Primate Elijah Ayodele warns the APC against being too confident ahead of the 2027 election.
He shared “Overconfidence will kill APC; they will be too overconfident, and that will be the party’s weakness in the election. They will turn Tinubu to a demi-god, but it will make them lose the election. They believe money can do everything, but it will fail in the 2027 election,” Ayodele said.
Ayodele has repeatedly warned the APC not to assume that its current political strength will automatically translate into victory in 2027.
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