₦360 Billion for Plane, ₦36 Million for Health?” — Peter Obi Slams Tinubu Over Alleged Budget Priorities

₦360 Billion for Plane, ₦36 Million for Health?” — Peter Obi Slams Tinubu Over Alleged Budget Priorities. Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has stirred fresh debate after alleging that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu spent a staggering ₦360 billion on a presidential aircraft while allocating just ₦36 million to the Ministry of Health.The statement has since gone viral, igniting heated conversations across Nigeria’s political space.

“This Is About Priorities” — Obi Peter Obi, known for his consistent criticism of government spending, reportedly questioned the moral justification of approving billions for executive luxury while Nigeria’s healthcare system continues to struggle.According to him, leadership must reflect sacrifice, especially in a country where: Hospitals lack basic equipment, Medical workers are underpaid, Patients often buy their own drugs and supplies, Doctors continue to leave the country in droves. Obi’s argument is simple: What message does it send when comfort at the top outweighs care for the people?

Nigerians React: The allegation has triggered strong reactions:

🔹 Critics of the government say it reflects misplaced priorities at a time of economic hardship.

🔹 Supporters of the administration argue that presidential aircraft purchases are matters of national security and executive efficiency.However, many Nigerians say the core issue is transparency and accountability.

The Bigger Budget Question: It is important to note that the Federal Ministry of Health’s total annual budget runs into hundreds of billions of naira. The ₦36 million figure being referenced may represent a specific allocation, adjustment, or line item — not the ministry’s entire funding.Still, perception matters.And in a period marked by rising inflation, subsidy removal fallout, and high cost of living, any appearance of elite luxury spending sparks public anger.

Political Battle Lines Drawn: This latest remark from Peter Obi signals that opposition voices are not slowing down. As 2027 political alignments gradually begin to take shape, fiscal responsibility and government spending will likely dominate national discourse. For many Nigerians, the debate is no longer just about a plane. It is about leadership, empathy, and the direction of the country.