United States Slams Nigerian Governors Over Lavish Spending Amid Economic Hardship [NEWS]

United States Slams Nigerian Governors Over Lavish Spending Amid Economic Hardship [NEWS]

• The U.S. is targeting Nigerian state governors for excessive spending.
• Some governors are investing billions of naira in new government buildings and luxury projects.
• This spending occurs amid increasing economic hardship and widespread poverty in Nigeria.

The United States has taken aim at some Nigerian state governors for spending lavishly at a time when the country is struggling with worsening economic hardship.

Reports indicate that certain governors are committing billions of naira to the construction of new government buildings and luxury projects, despite widespread poverty and failing public services.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the U.S. Mission in Nigeria warned that the unchecked spending, especially on opulent government structures, undermines public trust and fuels inequality.

“While Nigerians are urged to endure economic hardship ‘like labor pains,’ some governors are splurging billions on new government houses,” the statement read, citing an investigative report by The Africa Report.

The report revealed that several state governments are prioritizing the construction of lavish residences and office complexes over essential developmental projects.

“Such alleged lack of fiscal responsibility fuels inequality and erodes public trust,” the Mission stated.

Civic Groups Voice Concerns

Civic organizations have also raised alarms. BudgIT Nigeria, which advocates for transparency in public finance, lamented that state governments are investing in facilities that offer little value instead of focusing on vital sectors like education, health, and agriculture.

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) expressed a similar view, stating: “There is more money, little accountability, and no priority.” The group noted that many governors act with impunity because of weak oversight and limited citizen participation in the budgeting process.

Nigerians React to US Mission’s Post

Many Nigerians applauded the U.S. Mission for highlighting the issue.

Ikechukwu (@incomingovernor) wrote: “@USinNigeria thanks for this. Please help Nigerians to always call out these our corrupt political leaders. They’re killing Nigerians with bad governance.”

Omo Ologo (@ibirogba2000) tweeted: “We’ve told Nigerians to hold their governors accountable but no, na Abuja go face.”

Thomas Philip (@Thomphil95) said: “This is so saddening about Nigeria simply because we don’t have responsible leaders.”

Olaudah Equiano® (@RealOlaudah) added: “This clearly shows a lack of regard for a kleptocratic government. Be rest assured that this is in line with the Trump administration’s policy on Nigeria and has the clearance of the State Department.”

Not everyone agreed with the U.S. Mission’s intervention.

Mr. Sam… (@skaalbgroup) stated: “Even though this article here is a secondary one and not a product of US Mission in Nigeria, I expect @YusufTuggar, the Minister of Foreign Affairs to take exception to this. This is undiplomatic and embedding in local affairs of a sovereign Nation.”

Background Information

The controversy comes shortly after the Federal Government criticized a recent U.S. travel advisory warning citizens against visiting Nigeria.

Earlier this month, as part of its broader immigration and security measures, the U.S. government also introduced stricter visa conditions for Nigerian nationals in most non-immigrant and non-diplomatic categories.

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