Peter Obi Blasts FG Over Passport Fee Hike, Calls Burden 'Legendary'
Peter Obi, the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, has sharply criticized the Nigerian federal government over its recent and significant hike in international passport fees. He stated that the new costs, which now exceed the national minimum wage, demonstrate the administration's disconnection from the economic realities faced by ordinary Nigerians. This marks the third increase in passport fees in just two years, drawing widespread public condemnation amid rising inflation and stagnant wages.Pelumi Ilesanmi • Local • 10 months ago • 1 minute read •
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, has strongly criticized the Nigerian federal government, stating that its actions are exacerbating the financial strain on ordinary citizens. Obi's comments were made in response to a significant increase in international passport fees implemented by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).
Under the new directives, the cost of a 32-page passport booklet has surged to ₦100,000, while a 64-page booklet now costs ₦200,000. Reacting to these new charges in a statement posted on his X page, the former Anambra State governor described them as
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