The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu, has been suspended from her office by Bola Tinubu.
In addition, Tinubu directed the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to launch a thorough inquiry into all financial dealings involving the Federal Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Humanitarian Affairs, as well as any related organisations.
This extensive investigation attempts to examine all facets of the financial transactions that fall within the ministry’s jurisdiction.
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Dr. Betta Edu is directed to transfer her duties to the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation’s Permanent Secretary in accordance with the suspension. The President further underlines how important it is for the suspended Minister to assist the investigating authorities in every way possible during their investigation.
President Tinubu has called a group headed by the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance in an attempt to take more comprehensive measures to solve systemic problems. The mission assigned to this panel is to provide a thorough diagnostic investigation of the social investment programmes’ structure and financial architecture. Eliminating any institutional shortcomings and implementing a comprehensive reform of pertinent programmes and institutions is the main objective. The sole goal of this endeavour is to assist low-income households and restore public trust in the initiative.
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The President’s orders take effect right away, demonstrating his prompt and resolute approach to guaranteeing responsibility and openness in the management of public funds. These developments were communicated by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Advisor to the President on Media & Publicity.
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