The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has blasted President Bola Tinubu over what it called the endless approval of the Ibom Deep Seaport.
In a statement by its spokesman, Osa Director, on Sunday, the party said the project has been approved many times by different governments, yet nothing has been done on the ground.
Director said the people of Akwa Ibom State have heard the same promise several times, adding that each time the government announces the approval, the people celebrate, but after the announcement, the project is forgotten.
“How many times will you approve Ibom Deep Seaport?” Director asked.
According to him, Tinubu’s administration is playing with the hopes of the people of Akwa Ibom.
The NDC mouthpiece further stated that the approval has become an endless lie used to win votes during elections.
Director said the Ibom Deep Seaport is a big project that can create jobs and change the economy of Akwa Ibom and the whole South-South, noting that the project should not be used as a campaign tool.
He asked the Federal Government to stop announcing approvals and start work on the project, as the people want to see machines on site, not press statements.
He said if the government is serious, it should give a clear date for the start of work and the date for completion.
“The people of Akwa Ibom are tired of endless promises. They want action,” Director said.
He said the NDC will continue to speak for Nigerians who are tired of promises without results.