Tinubu’s Minister of Women Affairs Absconds with N1.5 Billion Meant for Contractors? Here’s What We Know Now
Recent claims have surfaced alleging that Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, the Minister of Women Affairs, absconded with N1.5 billion intended for contractors. Here’s what we know so far:
House Committee Summons Minister.
The House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development, led by Chairperson Kafilat Ogbara, has summoned Minister Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye regarding a reported N1.5 billion debt owed to contractors. The summons was issued during a panel sitting on Thursday to investigate allegations of fund misappropriation within the ministry.
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Allegations and Investigations.
Contractors have petitioned the committee, asserting non-payment for services rendered to the ministry. Chairperson Ogbara highlighted concerns that contracts were awarded without budgetary provisions for 2023, suggesting possible fund diversion.
Ministry’s Response.
Aloy Ifeakandu, the ministry’s Director of Finance, stated that he was instructed by higher authorities not to release payments to contractors. He assumed office in September 2023 and emphasized his lack of knowledge regarding previous financial activities.
ICPC Involvement
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC) is concurrently investigating the ministry over alleged financial improprieties. Chairperson Ogbara explained the seriousness of the matter. She demand for accountability and documentation from the ministry.
Minister’s Denial and Legal Action
Kennedy-Ohanenye has vehemently denied these allegations and filed a N1 billion defamation lawsuit against Chairperson Ogbara. She maintains that she is not under investigation for fund misappropriation, contrary to earlier claims.
The situation remains fluid as the House Committee continues its probe into the alleged misappropriation of funds within the Ministry of Women Affairs. The upcoming appearance of Minister Kennedy-Ohanenye before the committee on Tuesday is expected to shed further light on the matter.
Our verdict:
The news that President Bola Tinubu’s Minister of Women Affairs absconded with 1.5 billion naira in money meant for contractors is not 100% current; she is presently in the country as of the time of this report. However, there is an ongoing investigation regarding 1.5 billion naira for contractors.
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