The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the leadership of the National Assembly to disclose the exact amount of monthly running costs allocated to its members, amid allegations of financial impropriety.
In a statement, SERAP expressed concerns over the alleged practice of lawmakers fixing their own salaries, allowances, and running costs, describing it as a breach of trust and inconsistent with the constitutional oath of office.
The organization called on the National Assembly to promptly disclose the total amount of running costs that have so far been paid to and received by lawmakers and to ensure the return of any misused or mismanaged public funds.
SERAP also urged the National Assembly to end the alleged practice of paying running costs into the personal accounts of lawmakers and to refer any cases of misuse or mismanagement of funds to appropriate anti-corruption agencies for investigation and prosecution.
The organization threatened to take legal action if the recommended measures are not taken within seven days, stressing that transparency and accountability in the management of public funds are essential to good governance and the fight against corruption.
By demanding transparency in the National Assembly’s running costs, SERAP aims to promote accountability and ensure that public funds are used for the benefit of all Nigerians.
