Why We Bought Exotic Cars Worth N3.6bn Amidst Recession – Reps

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Why We Bought Exotic Cars Worth N3.6bn Amidst Recession – Reps

The House of Representatives on Thursday defended its decision to buy exotic cars for its 360 members at a period the country’s economy is in recession.

It said lawmakers must have a means of mobility while carrying out oversight duties over Ministries, Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government.

The House will spend at least N3.6bn across 24 months to complete payment for the luxury vehicles supplied by the Kaduna-based Peugeot Automobile Nigeria Limited.

The Deputy Chairman, Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Mr. Jonathan Gaza,while speaking on the issue said:

“In a recession, we will all put on our thinking caps. We are working; these are committees’ cars and they are not the personal property of members.

“When you came here today, how did you come? Did you walk down to this place (National Assembly) from your house

“If a member is going to visit an agency, will he trek there?

“We need materials, computers, stationery, cars; these are all for work.”