Distribution of campaign vehicles misplaced priority, insensitive to suffering Nigerians, Obi chides FG
Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 Presidential candidate has frowned against the alleged distribution of luxury vehicles to state coordinators of a new political mobilization platform reportedly linked to the Federal Government.
There have been reports of President Bola Tinubu presenting Toyota Land Cruisers, Toyota Hilux trucks, and Hummer buses to state coordinators of a newly formed political platform, the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, in preparation for the 2027 general elections.
Obi who responded on Thursday via a statement on his X handle (formerly Twitter), described the move as a misplacement of priorities and insensitivity to suffering Nigerians.
The statement read: “At a time when Nigerians are struggling with hunger, unemployment, and insecurity, the decision of any government to allocate limited public resources for distributing luxury vehicles… is not only insensitive but also represents a serious moral failure.
“While ordinary Nigerians are grappling with poverty and hopelessness, those in leadership positions continue to flaunt their wealth by driving brand-new Land Cruisers, Hiluxes, and Hummers, treating the suffering of the people as mere background for political theatrics. This tragic misplacement of priorities is unacceptable.
“Leadership, especially in these challenging times, should focus on providing food for the hungry, ensuring access to healthcare for the sick, restoring hope for millions of unemployed youth, and securing our communities. It should not be about parading luxury vehicles or campaigning for votes.”
Obi cited the increasing rate of out-of-school children, maternal mortality resulting from poor healthcare and rising insecurity in the country as more urgent needs to be addressed by the government, instead of the distribution of luxury vehicles for campaign.
“This is not governance; it reflects a profound insensitivity and an abuse of public trust disguised as a political strategy. It betrays the essence of public service, which should always be about serving the people rather than staging political publicity.
“At times like this, we must recognize that Nigeria cannot continue on a path of wastefulness, insensitivity, and misplaced priorities. Our citizens deserve leadership grounded in empathy, prudence, and accountability. Regardless of how bleak the situation may appear today, I firmly believe that a new Nigeria is not only necessary; it is possible,” the statement added.
