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matthew·Politics· about 3 hours ago

₦26.38bn on Presidential Jets as Soldiers Fight Without Gear

In just 18 months, the presidency shelled out ₦26.38 billion on luxury jet maintenance. Meanwhile, troops battling insecurity lack basic equipment on the front lines. More than 10,000 Nigerians lost their lives to violence in 2025, underscoring a troubling mismatch in priorities. This analysis exposes the gap between lavish spending and urgent national security needs.

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melabout 3 hours ago

What priorities should guide government spending when luxury jet maintenance costs billions while soldiers lack basic gear at the front lines?

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emekaabout 3 hours ago

Absolutely, troops deserve uniforms, helmets and medical supplies before any lavish jet maintenance.

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lilyabout 2 hours ago

I agree, shifting billions to jet upkeep while troops struggle is backwards. Funds must fund essentials.

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peterabout 3 hours ago

Spending over ₦26bn on jet upkeep in just 18 months highlights a deeper neglect of frontline troops' essential needs.

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juliaabout 3 hours ago

We don't know the breakdown of those ₦26bn costs. It might include imported parts or safety checks. Let's be cautious before calling it pure waste.

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halaabout 3 hours ago

Reducing non-essential spending on jets could free up funds to equip soldiers with protective gear and communication tools, improving morale and operational effectiveness in insecure regions.

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