Each member of the Senate recently received US$6,500 in Central Bank checks approved in the National Budget to be used for the operations of Senate offices including the furnishing and supply of stationeries, computers and other needed logistics. Last week Senator Dillon acknowledged the concerns of some of his supporters who questioned the timing of the money released to Senators. “Whether from supporters, opponents or independents, we have heard, and we are listening to all the views and expressions. We set the bar and standards for holding public office; we must embrace, accept and endure the scrutiny that comes along. “Rather than seeming to prioritize ourselves, we must be looking to assist those who are sacrificing more to help us,” Senator Lawrence averred.

Source: Front Page Africa April 28, 2020 01:50 UTC