The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development Dr. Betta Edu paid money into private account against our advice
Accountant General of the Federation, AGF Dr. Oluwatoyin Madein has disclosed that the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Dr. Betta Edu paid money into private account in desperation against our advice.
The AGF, reacting to media reports that the OAGF played a role in payment of funds meant for the NSIP into private account by the Minister, the OAGF in a statement on Saturday, 6 January, 2024 by Director of Press, Bawa Mokwa, said the Office does not make payments on behalf of MDAs for projects and programmes implemented by the MDAs.
The reaction was due to reports credited to Dr. Betta Edu that she made a request from the OAGF that grants be paid to vulnerable groups in some states of the Federation.
The AGF, reacting to media reports that the OAGF played a role in payment of funds meant for the NSIP into private account by the Minister, the OAGF in a statement on Saturday, 6 January, 2024 by Director of Press, Bawa Mokwa, said the Office does not make payments on behalf of MDAs for projects and programmes implemented by the MDAs.
The reaction was due to reports credited to Dr. Betta Edu that she made a request from the OAGF that grants be paid to vulnerable groups in some states of the Federation.
The AGF asserted that funds are released to self-accounting MDAs, including Humanitarian Affairs in line with the budget which they are responsible for implementation of their projects and payments for such projects.
According to the statement, “The Ministry was however advised on the appropriate steps to take in making such payments in line with the established payment procedure.”
Accountant General of the Federation added that such payment should be sent to the beneficiaries through their verified bank accounts.
Dr. Madein reiterated her determination to uphold the principles of accountability and transparency in the management of public finances. She advised MDAs to always ensure that the requisite steps are taken in carrying out financial transactions.