In a bold move aimed at promoting fiscal responsibility and minimizing excessive government spending, President Bola Tinubu has issued a directive to all ministers and heads of federal agencies to reduce their official convoys to just three vehicles and no more than five security personnel.
The order, which is part of a broader strategy to trim down government expenditures, signals Tinubu’s commitment to a more modest and efficient governance style. It reflects growing concerns over the financial strain caused by large, extravagant convoys typically associated with top officials in Nigeria.
In a statement, the presidency emphasized the need for a government that leads by example, particularly in light of the country’s current economic challenges.
“This directive is not just about saving costs but also about projecting an image of humility and service,” said an official from the president’s office.
The announcement has already sparked debate across political circles. While some praise the move as a long-overdue reform, critics are skeptical about its implementation and the potential pushback from top officials accustomed to luxury and high-level security.
This new directive follows other austerity measures introduced by Tinubu’s administration to address the mounting national debt and economic instability.
As public scrutiny grows over government spending, this initiative is seen as a test of Tinubu’s resolve to enforce discipline within his government.
It remains to be seen how ministers and agency heads will respond, but for now, Nigeria’s top officials will have to adapt to leaner travel arrangements.
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