Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma has signed into law, the bill repealing pensions and gratuities for former Governors, Speakers and Deputy Speakers.
Governor Uzodinma described the law as very important stating that the government is committed in building a strong economy that will survive post the Covid-19 era.
Speaking after assenting to the Bill at the Sam Mbakwe Executive Council Chambers of the Government House, Owerri, the Governor noted that the law has become necessary because it runs contrary to the 1999 Constitution (as amended).
He regretted a situation where some of the beneficiaries of such payments equally get huge amount of money as salaries and allowances in other positions.
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Uzodimma however expressed his gratitude to the Imo State House of Assembly for rising to the occasion to strengthen the internally generated revenue base of the State.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
