The Federal Government has urged its political opposition to refrain from misrepresentation of facts for political gains and ensure balance in the exercise of their right to differing opinions.
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris disclosed this in a press Statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media
The Information Minister reacted to Comments made by the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, describing the recent supplementary budget signed by President Tinubu as insensitive.
The Minister says the supplementary budget is a bold and pragmatic response to the pressing and economic challenges Nigeria currently faces
The Minister urged the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party to acquaint himself with the details of the N2.17 trillion 2023 Supplementary Budget, which includes allocations for essential sectors: security, agriculture and food security, works and housing, wage increase for workers, student loan scheme and social safety nets, among others, all aimed at strengthening the country’s economic foundations and improve the living conditions of Nigerians.
Mr Idris emphasized that, in line with President Tinubu’s inclination to accountability and transparency in government expenditure, all items in the supplementary budget have been meticulously scrutinised to ensure efficient utilisation of public funds.
