‘Even the rich cry now’: Senator Umeh slams Tinubu over fresh borrowing request

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: October 28, 2026Country: Nigeria

PoliticsBusiness & Economy

‘Even the rich cry now’: Senator Umeh slams Tinubu over fresh borrowing request

Senator Victor Umeh, who represents Anambra Central Senatorial District, criticized President Bola Tinubu over his request for approval to borrow fresh funds. Speaking Tuesday on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Umeh said Nigerians were suffering and the country’s resources were poorly managed. He questioned why the government continued borrowing despite the removal of the fuel subsidy and rising revenue. Umeh urged Tinubu to cut the cost of governance instead of taking on more debt.

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