Makinde Questions Federal Government on NLNG Dividend Distribution

Governor Seyi Makinde, who serves as the Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Governors' Forum (NGF), has publicly challenged the Federal Government's handling of dividends from the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG). He referenced the Presidency's response to his earlier statements regarding the withholding of NLNG dividends owed to states and local governments.

Makinde pointed out that while the Presidency acknowledged that NLNG has contributed $21.5 billion to the Federation Account since its inception, including $3 billion under the current administration, it failed to clarify how these funds were distributed. He raised critical questions about whether states and local governments received their fair shares, the amounts they received, and the calculation methods used.

Olanrewaju, a spokesperson for Makinde, emphasized that the governor engages in public discourse with integrity and is prepared to provide further clarifications, urging the Presidency to address the core issues raised.