The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, has released former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi’s 2014 handover report, showing a net financial balance of N86.67 billion at the end of his administration.
Tanko shared the document on X on Wednesday amid the ongoing controversy over loans, inherited debts and other financial obligations attributed to previous administrations in the state.
The report, dated March 17, 2014, was addressed by Obi to his successor, Willie Obiano, and contained a summary of Anambra State’s financial position as of the close of business on March 14, 2014, the final working day of Obi’s administration.
According to the document, local investments stood at N27 billion, while foreign currency investments valued at $156 million were put at N26.5 billion.
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The report also listed certified balances belonging to the state and its Ministries, Departments and Agencies at N28.17 billion, alongside a Federal Government-approved refund of N10 billion.
After accounting for estimated liabilities, the document recorded a “NET BALANCE” of N86,665,985,574.06.
In the covering letter to Obiano, Obi said he was forwarding the summary of the state’s full financial statement as at the close of business on March 14, 2014.
Tanko Challenges Ex Anambra Governors on Handover Record
Reacting to the controversy, Tanko challenged former governors of Anambra State since 1999 to make their handover documents public
“Let other governors, from 1999 till date, have the courage to publish their handover notes to their successors, as Peter Obi has done. Be accountable to the people,” he said.
The release comes after the Anambra State Government said it was still servicing loans and other financial obligations inherited from previous administrations, including those incurred during Obi’s tenure.
Obi has rejected the claims, maintaining that his administration left no outstanding salaries, pensions or gratuities and that contractors for duly executed and certified projects had been paid.
He also challenged anyone to prove otherwise, saying, “If anybody can establish anything to the contrary, I will stop campaigning.”
The state government has, however, maintained its position regarding the inherited liabilities.
Rafiyat Sadiq is a political, justice, and human rights reporter with Pinnacle Daily, known for fearless reporting and impactful storytelling. At Pinnacle Daily, she brings clarity and depth to issues shaping governance, democracy, and the protection of citizens’ rights.