Peter Obi urges the Nigerian government to ensure transparency in the allocation of funds saved from the removal of fuel subsidies, highlighting rising debts and living costs. He calls for accountability and dialogue with protesters while focusing on current national struggles over future elections.
Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, has once again highlighted the need for transparency regarding the removal of fuel subsidies in Nigeria. In an interview with News Central, he challenged the federal government to clarify how the savings from the subsidy removal are being utilized. Obi stressed that if the subsidy has indeed been lifted, the government must outline the specific projects funded by these savings, facilitating public accountability.
He expressed concern over the rising debt and cost of living in the country, emphasizing that these issues must be addressed alongside subsidy removal. Obi also called for the protection of democracy in Nigeria, advocating for better scrutiny of government borrowing and spending, as well as the implementation of biometric systems for greater transparency.
Regarding the upcoming 2027 elections, he downplayed his ambitions, stating that his focus remains on the immediate struggles faced by Nigerians rather than future political aspirations. He also defended the right to peaceful protests, urging the federal government to engage in dialogue with demonstrators instead of punitive actions, recalling his approach to protests during his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
Obi's remarks resonate with a growing demand for greater accountability from the government amidst economic challenges.
