N8.64 Billion National Assembly Wardrobe Allowance: Ben Murray-Bruce Reacts

Everyone is still talking about the purported N8.64 billion wardrobe allowance that newly appointed National Assembly members will be receiving next week.

After numerous Nigerians on Twitter asked Ben Murray-Bruce what he thought about the issue, the outspoken senator and Silverbird Group chairman shared his views on the matter:

My attention had been drawn to news reports about intended payments to be made to Federal Legislators.

— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) June 16, 2015

To the best of my knowledge, these payments were not discussed at plenary or in private.

— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) June 16, 2015

My investigations establish that payments to be made are those independently decided upon by the RMAFC.

— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) June 16, 2015

There is such a thing as collective responsibility. As a senator, I share responsibility of decisions taken by the 8th Senate.

— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) June 16, 2015

I only control my actions. The best I can do is influence the actions of my colleagues in the Senate. Nations change over time not overnight

— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) June 16, 2015

This fight can only be effective if I build coalitions with my colleagues. This fight will be dead on arrival if I alienate them.

— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) June 16, 2015

Let me assure my constituents and the rest of Nigeria that I remain committed to fighting for their interests.

— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) June 16, 2015

I urge patience and understanding from all Nigerians even as I assure you that I, Ben Murray Bruce, will continue to be on your side.

— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) June 16, 2015