Peter Obi, the Labour Party leader and 2023 presidential candidate, has spoken out against a recent court ruling that withholds funds from Rivers State, calling it "disturbing" and urging its reversal.
According to Obi, this ruling has far-reaching implications for the people who depend on these funds, including pensioners, healthcare workers, teachers, civil servants, and everyday citizens already struggling with severe hardship.
Obi emphasized that leaders should prioritize the well-being of the less privileged and vulnerable in their decisions and actions. He believes that the court's decision will only exacerbate the challenges faced by these individuals, potentially pushing them into further distress or even untimely deaths.
Why court stopped Rivers' allocation
The Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the office of the Attorney General of the Federation to withhold the Rivers state allocation until the state House of Assembly is properly constituted.
The Rivers State crisis has gained national attention. There has been a long-standing quarrel between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. This latest development has sparked concerns about the impact on the state's economy and the livelihoods of its citizens.
Obi maintains that his stance is consistent with his focus on issues that directly impact the masses, particularly the suffering poor of Nigeria. The former Anambra governor said he has consistently refrained from name-calling and personal disputes, choosing to prioritise everyday Nigerians' well-being.
In my political trajectory, I have consistently refrained from name-calling or engaging in personal disputes, choosing instead to focus on issues that directly impact the masses, particularly the suffering poor of Nigeria.
— Peter Obi (@PeterObi) November 1, 2024
Despite the national attention the Rivers state crisis…
