Budget padding: ‘Ningi’s allegation should be probed’ – Atiku

“Furthermore, the sudden suspension of the whistle-blower
Senator, without adequate explanation, has only fueled the crisis, leaving us
with more questions than answers.

“I demand an immediate and thorough investigation into these
allegations. Appropriation lies at the heart of governance, and any deviation
from serving the people’s interests will be met with fierce opposition.

“Denials are unacceptable, and the suspension of one senator
cannot silence accusations of corruption and illegal fiscal spending by the
federal government.

“Without a clear explanation to the people of Nigeria, we
must treat these allegations for what they are: outright fraud.

“The accusation of budget padding totaling N3 trillion
cannot be dismissed lightly by the government.

“Given the current hardships facing our nation, a padded
budget is already translating to a padded hunger, padded poverty, padded
insecurity, padded energy crises, padded forex instability, and the soaring
cost of living.

“The people of Nigeria cannot afford to ignore allegations
that worsen our already dire economic situation.”