The Presidency has stated that higher allocations from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) are enabling state governments to execute major development projects without relying heavily on bank loans.

Presidential aides made the remarks during an inspection tour of federal and state projects across the South-East region, highlighting what they described as the positive impact of ongoing economic and fiscal reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

Speaking in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said increased revenue accruing to states had strengthened their financial capacity and accelerated infrastructure development.

According to him, many state governments are now implementing projects in key sectors such as education, healthcare and road construction with resources generated through federal allocations rather than through borrowing.

Onanuga noted that the visible projects being undertaken across several states demonstrate that public funds are being channeled into productive ventures capable of improving the quality of life of citizens.

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The presidential adviser argued that the current fiscal environment has provided governors with greater flexibility to pursue ambitious development plans while reducing dependence on commercial loans.

He said several projects currently underway would have been difficult to execute under previous financial conditions, adding that increased allocations have helped many states strengthen their development agendas.

Onanuga also praised the Federal Government’s infrastructure drive, particularly in the area of road construction. He described ongoing highway projects across the country as evidence of the administration’s commitment to long-term economic growth and national connectivity.

According to him, some of the road projects being implemented are historic in scope and demonstrate the administration’s willingness to tackle longstanding infrastructure challenges.

Meanwhile, the Presidency also responded to criticisms suggesting that the Federal Government has not done enough in the South-East region.

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, rejected such claims, insisting that ongoing projects across the zone provide clear evidence of federal intervention and development efforts.

Dare stated that recent inspections of projects in Ebonyi and other South-East states revealed significant investments by both the Federal Government and state administrations.

He stressed that assessments of government performance should be based on verifiable facts rather than political narratives, adding that project execution remains one of the strongest indicators of administrative effectiveness.

According to him, officials involved in the tour received detailed briefings on several federal projects currently underway in the region, including infrastructure initiatives being supervised by the Ministry of Works.

The presidential spokesman maintained that the administration remains focused on delivering tangible results and ensuring that development projects are spread across different parts of the country.

He acknowledged that criticism is an inevitable part of democratic governance but argued that facts, project records and measurable outcomes provide a more accurate picture of government performance.

Dare further emphasized that transparency and evidence-based evaluation would continue to guide the administration’s communication strategy.

The Presidency’s comments come amid ongoing national conversations about revenue distribution, infrastructure development and the impact of economic reforms on state governments.

Supporters of the administration argue that increased allocations have strengthened the financial position of states and enhanced their ability to undertake critical projects, while critics continue to demand broader improvements in living conditions and economic opportunities for citizens.

As debates continue, federal officials insist that ongoing investments in infrastructure and public services will produce long-term benefits and contribute to sustainable economic growth across the country.