HEROIC: Peter Obi Calls Out President Tinubu, Asks Him To Tell Nigerians The Cost, Life Span Of Old And New Presidential Jets
Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, has called on President Bola Tinubu to disclose the exact costs and details of the newly purchased Presidential Jet. Obi made this demand through a series of posts on his X account, where he also questioned the decision to acquire a new presidential aircraft at a time when Nigeria is grappling with severe economic hardship, including widespread hunger.
Obi emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in governance, asserting that the Nigerian public has the right to know the specifics surrounding the purchase of the new jet. He questioned how much the aircraft cost, how old it is, and how long it has been in operation. Additionally, Obi insisted that Nigerians deserve to be informed about the disposal process of the old presidential jets. He raised concerns about how many of the old jets are being sold, their age, and the reasons behind their sale.
Highlighting the significance of a presidential jet as a symbol of national sovereignty and state power, Obi argued that the cost of transporting the president is a matter of public accountability. He pointed out that despite the government’ s denials and back- and- forth statements regarding the jet, the public has a right to full disclosure, especially since taxpayer money was used for the purchase. Obi credited a French court for bringing the information about the jet to light, further stressing that transparency should be a core principle of any genuine leadership.
Obi warned that the government risks losing respect if it fails to provide adequate information to the citizens about how their money is being spent. He reiterated that full disclosure on the new presidential jet is necessary and that the Nigerian people should not be denied their right to this information. His comments reflect broader concerns about the need for greater transparency in government dealings, especially in matters involving significant public expenditure.
Obi’ s call for transparency comes amid growing public scrutiny and criticism of the government’ s decision to acquire a new presidential aircraft, which many view as ill- timed given the country’ s current economic challenges. His statements are likely to resonate with many Nigerians who are demanding more openness and accountability from their leaders.
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