I Stand By My Claims On NLNG Dividends, Makinde Insists
Governor Seyi Makinde insisted that the Federal Government is withholding ₦250 billion in NLNG dividends meant for each state, claiming the funds would not be released until after the 2027 elections and that the money had already been spent. The Presidency denied the claim as false, while Makinde's team responded that a consultant's reconciliation identified a ₦9 trillion shortfall due to states and local governments which the Federal Government had accepted.
Pidgin: Governor Seyi Makinde insist say Federal Government dey hold ₦250 billion NLNG dividends wey suppose reach each state, im talk say dem no go release the money until after 2027 elections and say dem don already spend the money. Presidency deny the claim as false, but Makinde side reply say consultant wey dem engage don find ₦9 trillion shortfall wey suppose go states and local governments wey Federal Government don accept.
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