Deji Adeyanju, the Nigerian human rights lawyer, has condemned President Bola Tinubu for buying a new jet and taken it to China to plead for more loans.
Adeyanju said this when he recently featured on New Central’s ‘A Place At The Table,’ a weekly programme where guests are invited for discussions on pertinent issues.
“The President buys a brand new jet, takes it to China to go and borrow money, who does that?” he said.
The president recently acquired a luxury Airbus A330 aircraft.
The aircraft in question is an ACJ330-200, VP-CAC (msn 1053), registered as 5N-FGA.
It features a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom at the front, followed by an office and a conference and dining room. It also has an airline-style first-class and economy seating at the rear.
SaharaReporters on June 28 reported that the Nigerian government planned to spend over N150 billion on a new presidential jet, a move that sparked controversy.
The proposed expenditure came under scrutiny as the nation grappled with economic challenges and record inflation.
The Airbus A330 aircraft, was reportedly in possession of a German bank, and was acquired following a default on a multi-million-dollar loan by an Arab prince and businessman.
The A330 combines new-generation engines, aerodynamic and other improvements to deliver even more comfort and efficiency. Designed for highly-demanding VIP and private markets, the aircraft delivers top-end luxury, comfort and range.
