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Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by adenigga(m): 5:06am On Jun 02 |
President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and First Lady Remi Tinubu spent not less than N5.24bn on local and foreign travel between January and March 2024.Source: https://punchng.com/Tinubu-Shettima-spend-N8.64bn-on-travel-expenses-in-three-months 1 Like 1 Share
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Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Chinkoalhaji34: 5:12am On Jun 02 |
As a loyal supporter of Tinubus government, I believe these trips will bring positive outcomes for Nigeria and should be given a chance to do so. 63 Likes 13 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by helinues: 5:12am On Jun 02 |
Toh |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by MaziObinnaokija: 5:26am On Jun 02 |
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Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by nairavsdollars(f): 5:30am On Jun 02 |
Keep wasting money and then changing national anthem as if that is the priority 98 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by MaziObinnaokija: 5:37am On Jun 02 |
helinues:maybe those online bandits are still snoring 😴 🙄 😒 their head after 🏃♂️ 🏃♂️ 🏃♀️ 🤔 up/down ojota,mile 12,Apongbon,Agege,iyana ipaja,,abule egba,sango etc with their 📦 📦 📦 📦 📦 of gala plus Coke,bottle water.Whatever, they are coming to wail,drag u/tell us how u are the causes/source of their misfortune,hopelessness 6 Likes |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by MaziObinnaokija: 5:46am On Jun 02 |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by samogo1: 5:46am On Jun 02 |
fullish presidents 68 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by MajorOvakporaye(f): 5:47am On Jun 02 |
Bastard criminals!!! 71 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by W0t0w0toman: 5:47am On Jun 02 |
Agbadoism, I cant be shocked anymore 26 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Joesno(m): 5:49am On Jun 02 |
You spent this much in jst 3 months but stl want to pay workers less than $40 as minimum wage... Why not decide to spend d $40 a month and see how far it wil last u and your family, at least give the breakdown of how the 60k u are suggesting wil b spent wen a bag of rice alone is 90k nd a litre of fuel is near 1k... Let's not talk about house rent and others. 83 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by tefishy(m): 5:50am On Jun 02 |
Reason why they keep hailing Nigeria. The resources is abundant for them 46 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by SoNature(m): 5:50am On Jun 02 |
Tomorrow, he will still give a hypocritical speech of how Nigeria needs to cut the cost of governance. Without mincing words, only Peter Obi can cut the cost of governance amongst the three major candidates of the last presidential election. 71 Likes 9 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Goalnaldo(m): 5:51am On Jun 02 |
Even money to create nuclear missiles no reach like this. Nigeria politicians are a curse! 61 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by fnep2smooth(m): 5:52am On Jun 02 |
Him go travel pass bubu. Bubu own be say if invite am for any occasion, sharp sharp him don accept. 4 Likes |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Fiscus105(m): 5:53am On Jun 02 |
You asked the masses to tighten their belt, why those at the corridor of power loosen their belts. At appointed time, revolution would sweep across the board. 43 Likes 6 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by WhiteWood: 5:56am On Jun 02 |
President Bola Tinubu is the greatest president ever. Nnamdi Kanu is the face of Ipob desperation, illiteracy, and Wannabe terrorists. An insider from the DSS office just confirmed to his brother, who is a friend of a very close friend of mine, that several high-ranking military officers have been visiting Nnamdi Kanu in recent days, not for diplomatic discussions - - instead, making him wear High Heels while they entertain themselves and spread the joy one after the other. 1 Like 2 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Parydelegate: 5:58am On Jun 02 |
Ajala the traveller 5 Likes |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by malali: 6:01am On Jun 02 |
The excessive spending on local and foreign travel by President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and First Lady Remi Tinubu, amounting to over N8.64 billion in just eight months, is not only unjustifiable but also indicative of a gross misalignment of priorities by the Nigerian government. This level of expenditure starkly contrasts with the severe economic hardships faced by millions of Nigerians. Economic Hardship and Misplaced Priorities Nigeria is grappling with a multitude of economic challenges, including high inflation, rising unemployment, and widespread poverty. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, Nigeria’s inflation rate reached 22.22% in April 2023 . Furthermore, the unemployment rate remains troubling, with youth unemployment alone exceeding 42% . In such a context, the expenditure on presidential travels is not only tone-deaf but also a misallocation of scarce resources that could have been better spent on critical areas such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure development. Lack of Transparency and Accountability The detailed breakdown of travel expenses, including N12.59 billion on the maintenance of the presidential air fleet within the same period, raises serious questions about transparency and accountability. The government’s inability to provide tangible outcomes from these travels further exacerbates public discontent. It is crucial to scrutinize whether these trips have resulted in any substantial economic benefits that justify such exorbitant spending. Without clear evidence of direct economic gains, these expenditures appear to be wasteful and self-serving. Alternative Uses for the Funds The funds spent on these travels could have been allocated to more pressing needs. For instance, Nigeria’s healthcare system is in dire need of investment, with many hospitals lacking basic facilities and medical supplies. According to the World Health Organization, Nigeria has one of the lowest healthcare spending per capita in the world . Similarly, the education sector suffers from inadequate funding, leading to poor educational outcomes and a high dropout rate among schoolchildren. Investing in these sectors would have a more immediate and profound impact on the well-being of Nigerians than lavish foreign trips. Calls for Austerity Measures Given the current economic situation, it is imperative for the government to implement austerity measures and cut down on unnecessary expenses. The suggestion by Dr. Akin Akinleye to prioritize the economy and eliminate irrelevant travel expenses is not only prudent but essential for restoring public trust and ensuring fiscal responsibility. The government should adopt a more frugal approach, focusing on domestic issues and utilizing digital diplomacy where possible to cut costs. The excessive travel expenses of the Nigerian leadership reflect a disconnect from the realities faced by ordinary Nigerians. It is incumbent upon President Tinubu and his administration to demonstrate fiscal discipline, redirecting resources towards sectors that directly benefit the populace. Transparency, accountability, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of Nigerians should guide government spending decisions, rather than maintaining an opulent and unsustainable travel itinerary. 5 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by mrvitalis(m): 6:01am On Jun 02 |
When you see this 8.5 billion it looks small Revenue per capita in nigeria is around 6800 per head around 81,000 per year that's the revenue Nigeria as a nation makes per head in Nigeria 8.5 billion is the revenue per capita for 104,000 people Money meant for 104 ,000 people used to travel in 3 months In 12 months 400,000 revenue per capita 18 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by gender123: 6:01am On Jun 02 |
Very good... 1 Like |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Skydivine: 6:02am On Jun 02 |
helinues:And you only get 30k monthly for all your hard work. This life no balance. 12 Likes |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Nackzy: 6:02am On Jun 02 |
Renewed Hope 1 Like |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by BeeNG3: 6:05am On Jun 02 |
Minimum wage-60,000*3=180,000 Two persons -8,500,000,000. And U want banditry to stop. Dey play 6 Likes |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Inosky: 6:07am On Jun 02 |
It could be more. I believe over half of the money were looted. 2 Likes |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Tochi3(m): 6:07am On Jun 02 |
..Thief'nubu's priority is National Anthem.. what that means is.. ..he is not interested & Nigerians should also not be in the billions the certificate forger & his agbero goons are looting..they should rather Set their priority on " Nigeria I hail thee " Anthem & the political killing of soldiers in Aba by APCshit death squad.. 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by ezegold4we: 6:08am On Jun 02 |
Any Nigerian still supporting APC and Tinubu's naked failure, greed, criminality, hunger, manipulation, lies, deceit, nepotism, propaganda and corruption on any social media platform is the biggest biological mistake on this earth. 8 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Riskymarvelous(m): 6:09am On Jun 02 |
Chinkoalhaji34:you are a bunch of firewood how many positive outcomes does Buhari traveling brings to Nigeria for good 8yrs You better go buy your weed 4 Likes |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by Opeyemi234: 6:12am On Jun 02 |
You guys will keep typing typing for unverified facts. you guys we get to the top one day[color=#990000][/color] |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by abah001: 6:14am On Jun 02 |
Nigerians and rotten things na 5 &6, give Nigeria's fresh things they will not take na rotten things they like. Now we are in change with the grabber and his accomplishes 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Tinubu, Shettima Spend ₦8.64 Billion On Travel Expenses In Three Months by fawaz050(m): 6:18am On Jun 02 |
Nigeria we hail thee!!! 2 Likes 1 Share |
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