The APC Youth Network Worldwide has condemned the recent outburst by Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, describing his remarks about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s appointments and alleged mismanagement of borrowed funds as reckless, misleading, and unbecoming of a ranking lawmaker.
In a statement issued after a meeting in Abuja on Thursday, the group expressed deep disappointment over Ndume’s claim that the Tinubu administration was spending borrowed funds on frivolities and flouting the constitutional provision on federal character in political appointments.
The group’s Coordinator, Abubakar Gidado, said Ndume’s remarks were not only factually inaccurate but a deliberate attempt to undermine public confidence in the Tinubu-led government.
“We find Senator Ndume’s comments unfortunate and disgraceful, especially coming from someone who has benefited immensely from the same APC government. His remarks do not reflect the reality of the budgeting framework and reforms introduced by this administration,” Gidado said.
“President Tinubu’s budgeting process has been one of the most transparent and reform-driven systems Nigeria has seen in recent times. From cutting down on waste to prioritising capital projects and reducing recurrent expenditure, the administration has shown a deep commitment to fiscal prudence.”
The group adviced the senator to refrain from making blanket statements without facts, noting that his concerns on federal character lack substance when weighed against actual appointments.
“The president has appointed Nigerians from all regions in strategic positions across federal ministries, agencies and parastatals. If Ndume is still stuck in the past, he should bring himself up to speed with recent developments and stop misleading the public with outdated figures,” Gidado added.
