- Senator Kaka Lawan has sparked reactions online after reportedly disbursing over ₦135 million in cash to APC executives in Borno Central ahead of Eid-el-Kabir.
- The development triggered debates online, with many Nigerians questioning the source and legality of the cash distribution.
The Senator representing Borno Central, Kaka Lawan, has generated reactions online after reportedly disbursing ₦135,650,000 in cash to executives of the All Progressives Congress (APC) within his constituency ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
Reports circulating online claimed that the money was distributed among party executives as part of festive support arrangements for stakeholders in the constituency.
Photos and reports from the event quickly spread across social media, triggering criticism and debate among Nigerians over the large cash disbursement.
Reacting to the development, @Akudan24 wrote:
“And they no get shame to even pose for a photo.”
Another user, @Hebrodiko, questioned the source of the funds.
“Where these people dey see money? EFCC is this legal?”
Some Nigerians also criticized the amount, arguing that ordinary constituents would benefit more if the funds were directly distributed to the public.
@IamAbdullah3887 commented:
“Each constituent fit get like 2k each. It would be enough for 4 years them fit use am start family and build house.”
Others accused anti-corruption agencies of selective enforcement.
@Azardweb4 wrote:
“So this is not money laundering? @officialEFCC.”
Another user, @NajibHaruna_, added:
“This is money laundering in broad daylight. EFCC you’re seeing this and turning a blind eye.”
Some social media users also linked the incident to wider concerns about governance and public spending in Nigeria.
@Ebube_5 stated:
“APC has come to kill and destroy Nigeria’s sovereign wealth. How can a senator share funds meant for constituency development among party members in his parlour?”
Meanwhile, a few commenters approached the issue sarcastically, with @ProdigalXon joking:
“Somebody shouted ransom money from the back. Who was it? Make una no koba us oo.”
