The Speaker of Ogun State House of Assembly, Suraj Adekunbi on Wednesday appealed to Governor Ibikunle Amosun to pay the outstanding wardrobe allowances of the lawmakers.
Adekunbi said in his address shortly before the governor presented the 2019 budget proposal before the assembly.
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He was silent on the number of months they are owed but begged Amosun to “graciously consider the approval for payment of the outstanding allowances” to encourage the lawmakers to be “more loyal and committed to service delivery.”
“This Honourable House seized this rare opportunity to kindly request Your Excellency to graciously consider for approval, the payment of the outstanding PASAN Wardrobe Allowances.”
“This will not only boost their morale but will also encourage them to be more proactive, loyal, dedicated and committed to improved service delivery,” the Speaker said.
He however disclosed that the assembly has passed 21 bills into law as 50 resolutions since the inauguration of the eight legislature.
Adekunbi added that 18 bills are under various legislative process while two bills have been stepped down.
The Speaker said the legislature had equally ensured funds allocated for various projects under 2018 budget were adequately expended through its oversight function.
