Anambra Government Claims Peter Obi Left ₦127.4b in Loans

The Anambra government, under Governor Charles Soludo, has accused former Governor Peter Obi of leaving office in 2014 with eight outstanding external loans, which now total ₦127.4 billion. These loans were reportedly taken for projects including malaria control, erosion management, and healthcare.

A report from the Debt Management Office dated June 30, 2026, indicates that the current administration is servicing these loans at a cost of hundreds of millions of naira monthly. The claims were posted on the official X account of the state on September 17, 2026, managed by the New Media Office of the Governor.

This statement directly contradicts Obi's long-held narrative that he left Anambra financially sound and debt-free. The announcement has sparked significant backlash from the public, with several Nigerians questioning the accuracy and timing of the claims.

Additionally, the government has disputed Obi's assertions regarding inherited debts and savings left behind at the end of his tenure.