Succès Masra, Chad’s newly appointed interim prime minister, has declared his decision to relinquish his salary to support the citizens of the country, stating it as “a way of modestly contributing what could have belonged to me”.
“I am giving up my salary as prime minister, which I will devote entirely to a social scholarship for the 23 provinces,” Succès Masra told state TV on Sunday.
“I feel I have a mission and a privilege to serve the republic,” he added.
Following Masra’s announcement, Bedei Toullomi, a transitional legislator, declared his intent to forfeit 50% of his salary, allocating the remainder to orphanages.
Details about the remuneration received by high-ranking government officials in Chad are closely guarded, making the exact amount unclear.
Before assuming his recent role, Masra was a prominent opposition figure who challenged the administration of military leader Mahamat Déby. His return to Chad in November 2023 followed a reconciliation agreement with transitional authorities after a year in exile.
In a notable shift, Masra supported a contentious draft constitution during the December referendum, which faced criticism from some opposition members. The Supreme Court’s endorsement of the new constitution cleared the path for upcoming elections expected to mark the end of the military-led governance.