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The United States embassy in Nigeria on Tuesday shared a news report on how governors lavish billions on building or renovating government houses despite the prevailing economic hardship in the country.
The publication, titled ‘Nigeria’s ruling class splashes billions on government houses,’ was published by The Africa Report.
The report noted that while President Bola Tinubu asked Nigerians to endure the economic hardship resulting from his policies, the governors do not share in the sacrifice.
“While Nigerians are tightening their belts, the same cannot be said of the ruling class,” the report reads in part.
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“Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration approved N63.4bn for the renovation of the Government House, claiming it was an embarrassment and an unbefitting facility.
“In Gombe, one of the poorest states in Nigeria, Governor Inuwa Yahaya committed N14.9bn for a new ultra-modern residence. Another N14.23bn is being spent on the House of Assembly complex.”
The US embassy, on its X handle, shared the link to the report alongside quotes from transparency and accountability advocacy groups.
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“Such alleged lack of fiscal responsibility fuels inequality and erodes public trust,” the embassy wrote.
While Nigerians are urged to endure economic hardship "like labor pains," some governors are splurging billions on new government houses, @TheAfricaReport reveals » https://t.co/HWEkpF8qpv@BudgITng warns that "instead of funding schools, clinics, or agriculture, leaders… pic.twitter.com/zcGtXEkbO9
— U.S. Mission Nigeria (@USinNigeria) July 29, 2025
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