Peter Obi criticises 114% salary increase for political leaders

The raise applies to positions including the President, Vice President, governors, lawmakers, as well as judicial and public office holders.

Obi expressed his disapproval through a Twitter thread, highlighting the untimeliness of the salary increment in light of the prevailing economic hardships faced by Nigerians.

With over 130 million people living in poverty, Obi argued that leaders should be prioritising efforts to reduce the cost of governance and alleviate the suffering of citizens.

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