Tell Nigerians the Cost of the New Jet and the Disposed Jets, Obi Tells FG

Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate, has called on the Federal Government to disclose information regarding the newly acquired presidential jet.

Obi emphasised the need for transparency and accountability, urging the government to reveal the cost of the new aircraft, its age, and its operational history.

This comes after a French court’s disclosure brought the purchase to light despite initial denials and mixed messages from the government.

Obi stressed that Nigerian taxpayers, whose money was used to procure the jet, have the right to know the full details, including how much was spent and why.

Now that the Jet is here, can Nigerian taxpayers whose money was used to purchase it need to be privy to how much it cost, how old the aircraft is and how long it has been in operation.’

In addition to information on the new jet, Obi also pressed the government to provide details on the older jets being disposed of. He questioned how many of these jets were being sold, their ages, and the reasons for their sale.

In addition, Nigerians also deserve to know about how the old jets are being disposed of, how many of them, how old they are, and why they are being sold. Transparency and Accountability should be the hallmark of any genuine leadership.

He argued that full disclosure in such matters is crucial, as the presidential jet represents more than just a mode of transport; it is a symbol of national sovereignty and state power.

Obi warned that the government risks losing the respect of the people if it fails to provide this information.

He urged that transparency should be a cornerstone of any genuine leadership, especially when it involves the spending of public funds and the execution of the people’s mandate.

The government has nothing to lose by being transparent; in fact, it will gain the respect and trust of the people.

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