The Peter Obi handover document from 2014 has resurfaced amid an ongoing dispute between the former Anambra State governor and the Anambra State Government over loans and financial obligations.
The document, dated March 17, 2014, was addressed to Obi’s successor, Willie Obiano, and summarised the state’s financial position as of the close of business on March 14, 2014, which was the final working day of Obi’s administration.
“According to the document shared by Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Anambra had ₦27 billion in local investments. It also had $156 million in foreign currency investments, valued at ₦26.5 billion.”
It also listed certified state and Ministries, Departments and Agencies balances of about ₦28.17 billion and a Federal Government-approved refund of ₦10 billion.
After deducting estimated liabilities of about ₦5 billion, the document recorded a net balance of ₦86.67 billion.
Peter Obi Handover Document Shows 2014 Financial Position
The release comes after the Anambra State Government disputed Obi’s position that he left office without outstanding financial obligations.
The state government said Debt Management Office records showed that eight external loans from Obi’s tenure remained outstanding. The loans initially totaled about $123.77 million. The government said $92.35 million was still outstanding as of June 30, 2026. Based on its cited exchange rate, this amounted to about ₦127.37 billion.
The loans financed projects in healthcare, education and malaria control. They also covered erosion management, community development and agricultural value-chain development.
The government’s figures refer to outstanding loan obligations. In contrast, Obi’s 2014 document presents the state’s financial position at the point of handover. The two sides have not agreed on which liabilities came from Obi’s administration.
The dispute has renewed attention on Anambra’s financial records from the transition period. It has also raised questions about obligations carried forward by subsequent administrations.
