Nigeria’s President Tinubu Implements Cost-Cutting Measures, Restricts Official Convoys

In a move to reduce unnecessary expenses, President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has introduced a new directive limiting the number of vehicles in official convoys for top government officials. According to the announcement made on Thursday, ministers, ministers of state, and heads of agencies will now be restricted to a maximum of three vehicles in their official convoys.

This cost-cutting measure is part of a broader effort by the President to streamline government operations and reduce unnecessary waste. In January, President Tinubu had already taken steps to reduce the size of his entourage on official trips, downsizing from 50 to 20 officials on foreign trips and 25 on local trips. The Vice President’s entourage was also reduced to five officials on foreign trips and 15 on local trips.

In the latest directive, President Tinubu has also ordered that all ministers, ministers of state, and heads of agencies be assigned a maximum of five security personnel. The security team will comprise four police officers and one Department of State Services officer, with no additional personnel allowed.

The President has instructed the National Security Adviser to work with the military, paramilitary, and security agencies to identify areas where vehicle and security personnel deployment can be reduced. The aim is to ensure that all affected officials comply with these new measures immediately, underscoring the urgency and seriousness of these changes.

This move is seen as a positive step towards reducing waste and promoting efficiency in government operations. It is part of a broader effort by the President to address the country’s economic challenges and ensure that resources are allocated effectively. The implementation of these measures is expected to have a positive impact on the country’s finances and contribute to the overall development of Nigeria.