Nigeria's presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Obi, claimed during a campaign event in Anambra that he had left $150 million in the state. The statement came as the state government presented records of $363 million in unpaid salaries for public officials. The discrepancy has sparked debate among political analysts and local media.
Obi's campaign team emphasized that the funds were intended for development projects, including infrastructure and healthcare. However, the state government denied the claim, stating that the figures were not verified and that the campaign was using outdated information.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions between political candidates and state authorities in Nigeria. Both sides have called for transparency, with Obi urging the government to provide clear evidence of the salary arrears.
The controversy has drawn attention from local media and political observers, who are closely monitoring the implications for the upcoming election.
