The Nigerian Federal Government has issued a response to former Vice President Peter Obi's statement regarding Ukraine's donation of 25,000 tons of wheat to Nigeria. While Obi commended Ukraine's generosity, he raised concerns about Nigeria's reliance on foreign aid despite being a nation rich in resources and officially at peace.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation countered Obi's assertion, stating that receiving food aid from Ukraine does not indicate Nigeria's status as a failed state.
The minister emphasized that other countries, like Egypt, also depend significantly on Ukraine for grains without being deemed failed states. The ongoing discourse highlights the complexities of Nigeria's current challenges, with differing opinions on the implications of accepting foreign aid and the nation's overall status.
