Bayo Onanuga, special adviser on information and strategy to President Bola Tinubu, has defended the necessity of acquiring a new presidential aircraft for President Bola Tinubu.
According to a report by Vanguard, Bayo Onanuga made his position known while criticizing Peter Obi for his remarks on the proposed acquisition of a new presidential aircraft.
The house of representatives committee on national security and intelligence recently recommended that the federal government purchase new planes for President Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima after an investigation was carried out into the status of the aircraft in the presidential air fleet.
In response, Peter Obi expressed disapproval of the proposal, arguing that it demonstrates a disconnect between the government and the citizens. He emphasized the need for more prudent use of resources and prioritizing the welfare of the people.
However, in an interview with Punch, Bayo Onanuga questioned whether Obi preferred the President to risk his life by continuing to use an outdated and potentially unsafe plane.
Onanuga pointed out that the current aircraft, purchased during former President Obasanjo’s administration over 20 years ago, is now inadequate and has experienced technical issues, including during a recent trip to Saudi Arabia.
He said that as a result of these problems, the President had to switch to a commercial flight to reach the UK.
He said, “Does Peter Obi want the President dead? Is that his wish? Does he want him to continue moving around in a rickety plane and die like the VP of Malawi and Iran President? Let him tell us.
“The plane he used now, I learnt, was bought during (former President) Obasanjo’s era. That was over 20 years ago and I learnt it was a very small plane.
“The plane developed a problem the last time he travelled to Saudi Arabia. The President had to go from there to the UK on a commercial airline. Even those managing them said the aircraft needed to be replaced,” he said…..Discover MoreÂ
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