Pat Utomi Critiques APC for Luxury SUV Distribution

Professor Pat Utomi, a chieftain of the Democratic Congress, criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the distribution of luxury Toyota Prado SUVs to selected youth leaders. This criticism followed a video posted by APC National Youth Leader Dayo Israel, which displayed brand-new 2026 Toyota Prado SUVs intended to support election mobilization ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Utomi argued that the spending contradicts official claims of limited government funds, particularly highlighting the disparity between the cost of the vehicles and the poor salaries of Nigerian soldiers. He questioned whether the funds used for the SUVs could have been better allocated to serve the public good, especially in the health sector.

The video drew significant backlash on social media before its deletion, with many Nigerians expressing concern over the timing of the distribution amid economic difficulties linked to the administration's reform policies. Utomi's remarks extend the criticism beyond social media, framing it as an issue of misplaced public spending priorities during a time of hardship.