In a recent social media post, former Nigerian senator and human rights activist, Shehu Sani, shed light on the often misunderstood concept of budget padding, in light of the recent controversies in the country.
The former Nigerian senator, while enlightening the public via his X handle, stated that “Padding budget means tampering with the budget presented by the President or the MDA’s by either adding figures to the costs of projects or by inserting projects that were not in the original budget presented.”
Shehu Sani further elucidated the concept of budget padding with a concrete example, stating, “For example, a minister can say he wants to buy 5 buckets for his ministry at 5k each; magically, he will see 8 Buckets approved for him or 5 buckets approved at the rate of 10k each or he will see shovels and diggers added to his request for buckets.”
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Who is Shehu Sani?
In addition to his political stature in the Nigerian context, Shehu Sani is also a prolific writer, playwright, and author. His writings reflect his deep-seated convictions and provide valuable insights into Nigeria’s sociopolitical landscape.
In September 2015, Sani was appointed as a member of the African Union African Peer Review Mechanism, underscoring his stature as a respected voice in regional governance and human rights.
