Governor Rotimi Ameachi of River State signed a bill on the 31st of may which would basically ensure that he continues to enjoy the perks of the governor's office after leaving the office. The bill which is titles the Rivers State Governor Pensions and Fringe Benefits Bill 2012, is the brainchild of the execcutive and was forwarded from the Governor's Office to the House of Representatives for a speedy passage.
Despite protestations from a pressure groups in the state, the Rivers State House of Assembly went ahead to pass the bill on the 22nd of May by an overwhelming majority. And the sweetened deal was finalised yesterday with Governor Amaechi's assent. Consequently, Amaechi and his deputy, Tele Ikuru are entitled upon exit from office to benefits worthy of Wall Street executives, including:
- 100 per cent of their basic salaries
- Three cars replaceable every three years.
- 300 per cent funding for any furniture of their choice
- 20 percent funding for utility, 10 percent funding for entertainment and 10percent of the same for houses of their choice
- Free medical expenses for him and his immediate family.
- Security details that will include two officials of the State Security Service (SSS), one female officer of the same department and eight police for personal and domestic security.
- Domestic staff including a cook, steward, gardener and others . All the domestic staff, including drivers shall be pensionable
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