Ex governors collect new cars every year or four years
The practice of former governors collecting new cars every year or four years is a common phenomenon in many countries, particularly in Africa and Asia. This practice is often seen as a symbol of power, prestige, and a way to flaunt one's wealth and status.
In some countries, it is a tradition for outgoing governors to receive a new car as a parting gift from the government or the state. This practice is often seen as a way to reward the outgoing governor for their service and to provide them with a comfortable retirement.
However, this practice has also been criticized for being wasteful and extravagant. Many people argue that it is unfair to use public funds to provide a luxury item to a former governor, especially when there are more pressing needs in the community.
In some cases, the practice of giving outgoing governors new cars has been abolished or reduced. For example, in Nigeria, the practice was abolished in 2015 by the then-President Muhammadu Buhari, who argued that it was a waste of public funds.
Here are some examples of former governors who have received new cars:
- In Nigeria, former Governor of Lagos State, Babatunde Fashola, received a brand new Toyota Land Cruiser as a parting gift from the state government in 2015.
- In Ghana, former President John Mahama received a brand new Toyota Land Cruiser as a parting gift from the government in 2017.
- In Kenya, former Governor of Nairobi County, Evans Kidero, received a brand new Toyota Land Cruiser as a parting gift from the county government in 2017.
- In India, former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Akhilesh Yadav, received a brand new Toyota Innova as a parting gift from the state government in 2017.
It's worth noting that not all former governors receive new cars as a parting gift. The practice is not universal and varies from country to country.