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Why Is the Tinubu Presidency Planning to Spend N3.3 Billion on Vehicles and N115 Million on Tyres in 2026 Amid Calls for Government Prudence?

A review of Nigeria’s 2026 budget reveals that the Tinubu Presidency intends to spend N3.3 billion on vehicle procurement and replacements, with N115 million specifically allocated for tyres. According to the budget proposal, N2.5 billion is earmarked for the acquisition of State House operational vehicles, while N758 million is designated for replacing SUVs. Tyres for bullet-proof vehicles, ambulances, SUVs, and other operational vehicles are budgeted at N115 million, though comparisons with 2025 spending are difficult due to incomplete public data.

In 2025, N3.6 billion was set aside for operational vehicle purchases, and another N1 billion for SUV replacements. Reports from the Govspend public payments portal reveal that in 2024, the Presidency spent N366 million on tyres over three days, highlighting continued high expenditures on State House vehicles. Notably, N5.1 billion was spent on vehicle procurement between August 18 and September 9, 2024, including N3.4 billion for sixteen Toyota Prado vehicles and N1.7 billion for ten Toyota Camry V4 models, implying costs of N212 million per Prado.

This ongoing spending on SUVs and operational vehicles comes amid growing calls for fiscal prudence and transparency in government resource management. Analysts and civil society groups have raised concerns over the prioritization of luxurious vehicle procurement in a period of economic challenges, especially when compared to other critical areas of national expenditure.

The 2026 budget allocations for State House vehicles and tyres underscore a continued trend of heavy expenditure on presidential mobility and security infrastructure, reflecting both operational needs and ongoing debate over cost-effectiveness and accountability in Nigeria’s federal spending.


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Ekiti Assembly to Spend ₦1.2 Billion on Chairs, Tables and Vehicles in 2026—While Key Ministries Get Zero Funding: Is This Governance or Misplaced Priorities?

A review of the Ekiti State House of Assembly’s 2026 budget estimates by SaharaReporters has revealed a controversial plan to spend ₦1.2 billion on executive chairs, tables, cabinets and office furniture, despite the fact that ₦470 million was already spent on similar items in 2025. The proposed expenditure includes 700 executive chairs, 600 tables, 200 chamber tables, 100 cabinets, 50 office shelves and 12 chair sets, raising questions about fiscal responsibility and government priorities.

In addition to furniture, the Assembly is seeking ₦800 million to procure three 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado SUVs and 30 Toyota Corolla vehicles, further fueling concerns about luxury spending amid economic challenges facing the state.

This development follows earlier revelations that ₦300 million was budgeted for the construction of a governor’s and deputy governor’s lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, even though ₦470 million had already been spent on similar projects between January and September 2025. Another contract worth ₦320 million was reportedly awarded for the construction of a guest house chalet within the Government House, allegedly to a permanent secretary, raising transparency concerns.

While billions are allocated to official residences, vehicles and office furniture, a review of Ekiti State’s audited financial statements for 2024 shows that 35 government agencies received zero funding for capital projects, despite having a combined capital budget of ₦3.3 billion. Affected institutions include the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Ekiti State Pensions Board, Civil Service Commission, Housing Corporation, Fiscal Responsibility Commission, Office of Public Defender, Teaching Service Commission, University Teaching Hospital, and several others critical to governance, education, healthcare and public welfare.

The report also highlights a troubling pattern in public procurement, with multiple contracts worth billions of naira reportedly awarded to individuals listed as “Permanent Secretary.” These include airport-related projects such as the ₦3.3 billion Instrument Landing System, electrification works, transformer installations, floodlight systems, and road extensions, along with smaller procurements like buses and motorcycles.

Critics argue that the growing gap between lavish government spending and the chronic underfunding of essential agencies reflects a governance crisis. As calls for transparency, accountability and prudent use of public funds intensify, the question remains: Why are billions being committed to furniture, vehicles and government lodges while critical ministries and public institutions are left unfunded?

This controversy has once again placed Ekiti State’s budgeting priorities under national scrutiny, raising fundamental concerns about public trust, fiscal discipline and whether state resources are truly being used in the best interest of citizens.

Ondo Lawmakers to Spend ₦80 Million on Telephone Calls in 2026 Amid Criticism Over Luxuries
January 7, 2026 – Ondo State, Nigeria

A review of the 2026 Ondo State budget shows that the House of Assembly plans to spend ₦80 million on telephone calls, averaging about ₦219,178 daily on airtime for lawmakers.

This expenditure is part of a broader luxurious budget allocation for legislators, including:

₦2.16 billion for 27 Fortuner Jeeps for lawmakers and the Assembly Clerk.

₦245 million for SUVs for the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and Majority Leader.

₦85 million for vehicles for the Deputy Speaker.

₦765 million for renovation of the Assembly Complex and official lodges.


Context of Criticism:

Judiciary workers have struck over welfare concerns and lack of financial autonomy, shutting down court operations in Akure.

Reports show the state has spent heavily on vehicles and luxuries while underspending on essential services:

₦2.3 billion allocated for local security (Amotekun) with zero spent.

Only ₦309 million spent on rural water and sanitation projects.



The lavish spending on lawmakers’ perks contrasts sharply with the ongoing disputes and welfare neglect in the judiciary, fueling public criticism of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration.

Ogun Pastor Says DSS Trailed Him After Criticising Governor Abiodun, Demands Formal Invitation

Pastor Olawoye Kayode of Zion Church, Ijoko, Ogun State, has alleged that DSS operatives are secretly trailing and attempting to intimidate him following his outspoken criticism of Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration. According to the cleric, two men claiming to be DSS officers visited his church seeking his whereabouts without presenting any official reason or documentation. After calling the numbers they left behind, he was told the new DSS boss in Ogun wanted to “familiarise” with him — a claim he found suspicious.
Kayode insisted he would only honour an invitation backed by a formal letter and his lawyer’s presence. He also said unmarked black SUVs believed to belong to DSS operatives have been seen around his church. The pastor has repeatedly criticised the state government over poor infrastructure and worsening hardship, asserting that Ogun State has suffered severe neglect. Despite the surveillance, he vowed not to bow to intimidation and demanded proper procedures from the DSS.

NBA Offers Free Legal Aid to Nigerians harassed by Police officers Over Tinted Glass Permits.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has pledged free legal support to Nigerians hara§§ed by the police over the controversial tinted glass permit, describing the policy as “illegal” and revenue-driven.

In a statement, Olukunle Edun (SAN), Chairman of the NBA’s Public Interest Litigation Committee, said, “We shall invoke the powers of the court to ensure that the Nigeria Police Force does not trample on the rights of Nigerians. Any citizen hara§§ed in the purported enforcement of the illegal tinted glass permit should contact any NBA branch.”

He added that the Human Rights Committees of the association’s 130 branches are ready to provide pro bono services, warning that the police could extort up to N3bn monthly under the scheme.

The NBA reminded the Inspector General of Police in a letter dated October 2, 2025, that the matter is already before the Federal High Court in Abuja (Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1821/2025). The case challenges the legality of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Decree 1991 and seeks to restrain the police from arrests, harassment, or extortion.

NBA lawyer Godspower Eroga alleged that the police planned to divert proceeds into a private account instead of the Treasury Single Account, arguing the cited law sets no measurable standards for tinting and is incompatible with factory-fitted windows. He also noted that senior officers freely drive SUVs with dark tints.

The NBA insisted the policy amounts to “taxation without legislation,” stressing that the police are not a revenue agency. It condemned the impoundment of Justice O. A. Ogunbowale’s vehicle in Asaba on the first day of enforcement, calling it “an embarrassing and avoidable situation.”

The body lamented that its urgent application for an injunction was not heard due to court vacation, urging judges to act in public interest, “The judiciary’s authority and integrity are best protected when it prevents chaos, even if it means bending a procedural rule.”

Police Nab Fake Operatives Using Car Jack as Gun to Rob SUVs in Lagos Estates.

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 46-year-old Jude Onouha, the mastermind behind a criminal gang notorious for invading upscale estates and stripping high-end SUVs.

The syndicate, masquerading as security operatives, used fake uniforms and a cleverly modified Mercedes-Benz car jack resembling a firearm to deceive estate guards and gain access to gated communities.

Once inside, the gang targeted luxury vehicles such as Toyota Hilux, Toyota Highlander, Lexus 650, and Mercedes-Benz models, stripping them of valuable components like brainboxes, wiring systems, and side mirrors.

Police recovered the modified car jack and a “Special Force” branded face cap used in the ruse.

Onouha has confessed and is aiding detectives in tracking down other gang members.

Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, called on estate residents and security managers to verify the identities of anyone claiming to be a security operative before granting entry.

He emphasized the need for heightened vigilance and collaboration with Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) to prevent such crimes.

Bank Fraud: Lagos court orders final forfeiture of two properties in Abuja, luxury cars, ₦326.4m, $480,000 to FG.


Follows a petition from a first-gen bank complaining of a fraud committed on the account of its customers, totaling ₦2 billion.

The forfeited luxury cars includes : one Mercedes C300, BMW 3 Series SUV and one black coloured 2012 Range Rover.

Others are three Toyota Hilux of 2008, 2010 and 2014 models, one black coloured BMW X1 2016 and two Range Rover SUVs.

Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, July 11, 2025, ordered the final forfeiture of two properties, nine luxury cars and cash to the Federal Government of Nigeria.

The Judge gave the order, following a motion on notice filed by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, through its lawyer, H.U. Kofarnaisa.

Moving the application for the final forfeiture, Kofarnaisa told the court that the application was supported by an affidavit deposed to by Sulaiman Aminu Muhammad, an investigating officer of the EFCC.

In the affidavit, Muhammad told the court that the Commission received a petition from a first generation bank complaining of a monumental fraud allegedly committed on the account of some of its customers, totaling. ₦2,007,000,000 (Two Billion Seven Million Naira).