An advocacy group, Ethos of Omoluabi Vanguard, ETHOVAN, have condemned the decision of ex-governors in Nigeria to resort to the senate as a retirement plan.
President of the ETHOVAN, Bashorun Adekunle Adeshokan explained that the trend has seemingly become a norm after over 22 years.
He stressed the need for accountability and genuine representation rather than having the Senate as a retirement home for ex-governors in Nigeria.
“Our observations presently focuses on an unholy political arrangement that is presently turning into norms, if we are not careful and collectively nip it in the bud as a nation and its people; it may become an albatross in the future.
“Thus, we strongly condemn the growing trend of Nigeria state governors securing automatic tickets to the Senate immediately after their tenure in office.
“We are calling on all political parties to end this immoral practice, which is described as a major setback to democratic accountability and good governance.
“As we all know, many outgoing governors seek Senate seats not as a means of contributing to legislative development but rather as a way to evade scrutiny and accountability for their actions while in office. This has led to a situation where the Senate, a crucial institution for national policymaking, is increasingly seen as a “retirement home” for former governors, many of whom have left behind legacies of corruption, mismanagement, and poor governance in their states,” he said.
By Gbenga Bada @TheNation
