Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has strongly criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu, asserting that Nigeria is facing a severe crisis. Obi's scathing comments come in response to the Supplementary Budget recently signed by the federal government, which he believes has neglected the most pressing national needs while allocating funds for extravagant expenses, including a mysterious Presidential Yacht, Presidential Jets, lavish presidential quarters and offices, and fleets of luxury SUVs.
In a post on social media, Obi expressed his concerns, highlighting the purpose of a supplementary budget and how it should address critical national welfare needs. He pointed out that urgent issues, such as the impending food crisis affecting millions of Nigerians, particularly in Sokoto, Adamawa, Borno, Yobe, and Zamfara States, have not been adequately addressed in the supplementary budget. The United Nations and World Food Programme have warned that up to 6.5 million Nigerians could go hungry next year.
Obi criticized the government's priorities, emphasizing that it appears oblivious to the country's dire crisis and the suffering of the majority of its citizens. He also highlighted the concerning fact that a significant portion of the funds allocated for such extravagant expenditures will be borrowed, further burdening the nation's finances.
In essence, Peter Obi's critique underscores a growing concern among political figures and citizens about the government's allocation of resources and its apparent disconnect with the reality of Nigeria's current challenges. The debate surrounding the use of public funds in the face of pressing national needs continues to be a significant topic of discussion in the country.
