Orji Kalu Finally Opens Up on His Monthly Earnings as Nigerian Senator

Orji Kalu Finally Opens Up on His Monthly Earnings as Nigerian Senator

  • Orji Kalu, the senator representing Abia North, has revealed that he earns N14 million monthly as a Nigerian lawmaker, but he claims it's hardly enough to cover his expenses
  • Kalu, a former governor of Abia state, made this statement on Thursday, October 17, sparking fresh controversy about lawmakers' earnings
  • He argued that most senators are doing well for their constituents, and he's committed to serving his people, but the N14 million monthly stipend is insufficient for his constituency and staff management

Orji Kalu, the senator representing Abia North, has made a shocking revelation about his monthly earnings as a Nigerian lawmaker. He claims to earn a total of N14 million every month but, surprisingly, says it's hardly enough to cover his expenses.

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Kalu, who's also a former governor of Abia state, made this statement on Channels TV's Politics Today, sparking controversy about lawmakers' earnings.

Orji Kalu has revealed that he earns N14 million per month as a Nigerian senator, adding that it is hardly enough to cater for his need.
Orji Kalu reveals his monthly earnings as a federal lawmaker Photo Credit: @OUKtweets
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Kalu explains why N14m was not enough

Kalu, a former Abia State governor, emphasised that N14 million is hardly sufficient for his responsibilities, such as travelling to his constituency and maintaining his office. This statement offers a glimpse into the financial realities of Nigeria's lawmakers, often shrouded in controversy.

His statement reads in part:

“I earn N14 million for everything in a month. That is everything encompassing, the overhead, the worker’s salary, everybody.”

As a prominent figure, Kalu's disclosure aims to promote transparency and challenge public perceptions about lawmakers' earnings. His business background and experience as governor provide unique insight into the complexities of Nigeria's political and economic landscape.

Criticism over lawmakers' monthly earnings

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Federal lawmakers have been criticized over the claim that they received jumbo pay as their monthly earnings.

The situation escalated after Senator Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), representing Kano South in the 10th National Assembly, disclosed that he earns up to N21 million monthly in salary and allowances.

The Kano senator's claim also followed a recent outburst from former President Olusegun Obasanjo, who alleged that federal lawmakers had set excessively high salaries and allowances for themselves in violation of existing laws.

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