Kenneth Okonkwo Blasts Tinubu's Govt Over Purchase of New Presidential Jet
Kenneth Okonkwo, a well-known Nollywood actor and former spokesperson for the Labour Party, has voiced strong criticism against the Nigerian government's recent decision to authorize the purchase of a new presidential jet under President Bola Tinubu. Okonkwo took to social media to express his deep dissatisfaction, labeling the move as "the height of insensitivity" at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with severe economic hardships.In his critique, Okonkwo pointed to the multitude of challenges currently afflicting the nation, including widespread hunger, escalating fuel prices, economic instability, and frequent power outages. He argued that the decision to acquire a new jet amid these struggles is a clear case of misplaced priorities, reflecting a disturbing lack of empathy for the suffering of ordinary citizens. His comments have sparked further debate on the government's spending choices during such a critical period for the country.He wrote;"People are dying of hunger. No food, no fuel, no finance, no electricity, and President Tinubu is buying a presidential jet. This is the height of insensitivity."
Kenneth Okonkwo, a well-known Nollywood actor and former spokesperson for the Labour Party, has voiced strong criticism against the Nigerian government's recent decision to authorize the purchase of a new presidential jet under President Bola Tinubu.
Okonkwo took to social media to express his deep dissatisfaction, labeling the move as "the height of insensitivity" at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with severe economic hardships.
In his critique, Okonkwo pointed to the multitude of challenges currently afflicting the nation, including widespread hunger, escalating fuel prices, economic instability, and frequent power outages.
He argued that the decision to acquire a new jet amid these struggles is a clear case of misplaced priorities, reflecting a disturbing lack of empathy for the suffering of ordinary citizens. His comments have sparked further debate on the government's spending choices during such a critical period for the country.
He wrote;
"People are dying of hunger. No food, no fuel, no finance, no electricity, and President Tinubu is buying a presidential jet. This is the height of insensitivity."
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