By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to provide a detailed account of the ₦15.8 trillion reportedly saved from petrol subsidy removal and over $100 billion borrowed by his administration.

Obi called on the Federal Government to demonstrate how the funds, alongside increased revenue from taxation and other sources, have translated into tangible improvements in the lives of Nigerians.

The former Anambra State governor made the demand in an open statement posted on his X handle on Saturday, titled, “Good Day, Mr President: Nigerians Deserve Accountability.”

His comments followed Tinubu’s remarks during an All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally in Akwa Ibom State, where the President criticised Obi over his alleged failure to address erosion challenges in Anambra during his tenure as governor.

Obi urged the President to use his visits to different states to engage directly with citizens and explain how public resources have been managed.

He specifically demanded statistics showing the number of Nigerians lifted out of poverty, out-of-school children returned to classrooms and functional primary healthcare centres established since the Tinubu administration assumed office.

On electricity, the NDC presidential candidate questioned the extent of improvement in power supply, recalling Tinubu’s earlier promise that Nigerians should not vote for him if he failed to fix the country’s electricity challenges.

He also raised concerns over national security, asking the President to explain the measures taken to protect lives and property amid persistent insecurity and terrorism threats across the country.

According to Obi, increased government revenue and public borrowing should produce measurable improvements in critical sectors, rather than remain figures without visible impact on citizens.

He maintained that Nigerians deserved transparency and concrete evidence of how the resources entrusted to the government had been utilised.

Obi stressed that accountability, transparency and measurable results must remain central to governance, insisting that public funds should directly improve the welfare and living conditions of the people.

By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.

The Governor also celebrated the outstanding achievement of Delta-born footballer Opara, whose contribution to Nigeria’s success has brought pride and recognition to the state.

Oborevwori commended the players for their determination, resilience, discipline and fighting spirit, describing their achievement as a significant milestone for Nigerian women’s football.

He noted that the team’s success had not only brought honour to Nigeria but had also demonstrated the growing potential of young female footballers in the country.

The Governor further expressed pride in Opara’s accomplishment, noting that her success on the global stage would inspire other young talents in Delta State to pursue their sporting ambitions and strive for excellence.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting sports development and creating opportunities for young people to showcase their talents at national and international levels.

By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has criticised President Bola Tinubu over repeated promises and government approvals concerning the proposed Ibom Deep Seaport in Akwa Ibom State, demanding concrete action towards the commencement of construction.

The opposition party accused successive administrations of making repeated commitments on the multibillion-dollar project without translating them into visible development, leaving residents of Akwa Ibom waiting for its actual implementation.

The NDC’s National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, stated this in a statement on Sunday, questioning how many times the Federal Government would announce approval of the same project without commencing construction.

The party recalled that the Federal Executive Council (FEC), under former President Muhammadu Buhari, approved the first phase of the proposed $4.6 billion Ibom Deep Seaport project on December 16, 2020, with Bollore/Power China reportedly named as the preferred bidder.

It also recalled that Tinubu, during the APC presidential campaign rally in Uyo on January 30, 2023, promised to construct the seaport alongside other development initiatives, including mechanised farming and food exports.

However, the party expressed disappointment that the President renewed the commitment during his visit to Akwa Ibom State on Friday, November 6, 2026, describing the announcement as another promise without sufficient evidence of progress.

According to the NDC, the continued delay in implementing the project raises questions about the commitment of successive administrations to delivering critical infrastructure in the state.

The party noted that the proposed seaport has the potential to create thousands of employment opportunities, attract investments, strengthen maritime activities and transform the economy of Akwa Ibom and the wider South-South region.

It therefore challenged the Federal Government to move beyond political announcements and demonstrate its commitment through the commencement of construction.

The opposition party further called on the government to provide clear timelines for the commencement and completion of the project, insisting that the people of Akwa Ibom deserve tangible results rather than repeated assurances.

The NDC also urged Nigerians to hold the APC-led administration accountable for its campaign promises ahead of the 2027 general elections.