President Tinubu departed Abuja Monday for Paris, using the new Airbus A330, which replaced the 19-year-old Boeing B737-700(BBJ) bought under the Presidency of President Olusegun Obasanjo.
The purchase of a new plane by the Tinubu administration has generated controversies, with many questioning its justification at a time when the country’s economy is in dire condition.
The Senate was also accused of not caring for the plight of the Nigerian masses for approving the purchase of a new presidential jet at such a critical time.
However, the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, denied getting such a request from the Presidency at the time but also said the lawmakers would consider the request if it comes.
