Nigerian lawmakers are facing fierce backlash after aggressively pushing for the immediate purchase of luxurious new aircraft for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, despite the nation grappling with severe economic hardships.
The House Committee on National Security and Intelligence has loudly decried the supposed operational failures of the current Presidential Air Fleet (PAF), painting a dire picture of unserviceable and decrepit aircraft.
Nigerians are up in arms, outraged that their leaders are prioritizing opulent air travel over crucial national issues like desperately needed minimum wage increases.
Premium Times has blown the lid off this scandal, revealing an exclusive report that shamelessly calls for the procurement of two additional high-end aircraft while the existing fleet languishes in disrepair.
Social media has exploded with fury, condemning what is seen as grotesque overspending in the face of widespread economic suffering.
The Committee, led by Ahmed Satomi, is doubling down on its stance, hiding behind claims of safety concerns and operational efficiency. Yet, the public’s outrage is unrelenting, fiercely questioning the government’s fiscal responsibility amid skyrocketing costs of maintaining an outdated fleet. The nation watches in disbelief as its leaders seemingly prioritize luxury over the dire needs of their people.
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