Ameer Rejects Muizzu Administration’s Claim of 922 Political Appointees

Former Finance Minister Ibrahim Ameer rejected the government's claim of 922 political appointees, calling it a 'blatant lie.' Speaking at an MDP gathering, Ameer asserted the actual number is about 2,280 based on government documents he reviewed. He argued the official count excludes appointments in key areas like residences, youth centres, and hospitals. In contrast, the previous MDP government included all institutions. The official figure also contradicts President Muizzu's campaign pledge to cap appointees at 700. Despite the lower reported headcount, spending on salaries increased this year. The President's Office has not released a detailed breakdown.

Former Finance Minister Ibrahim Ameer rejected the government's claim of 922 political appointees, calling it a 'blatant lie.' Speaking at an MDP gathering, Ameer asserted the actual number is about 2,280 based on government documents he reviewed. He argued the official count excludes appointments in key areas like residences, youth centres, and hospitals. In contrast, the previous MDP government included all institutions. The official figure also contradicts President Muizzu's campaign pledge to cap appointees at 700. Despite the lower reported headcount, spending on salaries increased this year. The President's Office has not released a detailed breakdown.

Former Finance Minister Ibrahim Ameer rejected the government's claim of 922 political appointees, calling it a 'blatant lie.' Speaking at an MDP gathering, Ameer asserted the actual number is about 2,280 based on government documents he reviewed. He argued the official count excludes appointments in key areas like residences, youth centres, and hospitals. In contrast, the previous MDP government included all institutions. The official figure also contradicts President Muizzu's campaign pledge to cap appointees at 700. Despite the lower reported headcount, spending on salaries increased this year. The President's Office has not released a detailed breakdown.

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