SOWORE ALLEGES ₦8.8 TRILLION IN UNACCOUNTED PUBLIC SPENDING, ACCUSES TINUBU ADMINISTRATION

Sowore Alleges ₦8.8 Trillion in Unaccounted Public Spending, Accuses Tinubu Administration

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has accused the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of failing to properly account for public spending amounting to approximately ₦8.8 trillion.

In a statement posted on social media, Sowore cited findings he attributed to the International Monetary Fund, alleging that government expenditures equivalent to about 2 percent of Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) were carried out outside normal budgetary scrutiny and accountability mechanisms.

Sowore described the alleged off-budget spending as a serious concern for transparency and public accountability, arguing that Nigerians deserve clear explanations on how public funds are managed.

The activist further criticized the administration's handling of public finances and called for greater oversight of government spending.

The allegations have generated reactions from supporters and critics alike, with some demanding clarification from relevant authorities, while others have urged caution pending official responses and verification of the claims.

As of the time of this report, the Federal Government had not publicly responded to Sowore's latest remarks.

The issue has once again brought discussions about transparency, fiscal responsibility, and accountability in government spending to the forefront of national discourse.

Quote

«"The IMF has revealed that Tinubu and his gang cannot properly account for public spending worth about 2% of Nigeria's GDP—roughly ₦8.8 trillion." — Omoyele Sowore»

#Sowore #Tinubu #IMF #Nigeria #Accountability #Transparency #PublicFinance #Governance #SouthernReport