{"id":6687,"date":"2024-01-08T00:55:38","date_gmt":"2024-01-08T00:55:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moonraynews.com\/?p=6687"},"modified":"2024-01-08T00:55:39","modified_gmt":"2024-01-08T00:55:39","slug":"diversion-of-n585-million-tinubu-orders-authorities-to-investigate-betta-edu-vows-to-punish-fraudulent-disbursement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moonraynews.com\/?p=6687","title":{"rendered":"Diversion Of N585 Million: Tinubu Orders Authorities To Investigate Betta Edu, Vows To Punish Fraudulent Disbursement"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Recall that there is a document that has  been on circulation bearing Humanitarian Minister Betta Edu\u2019s signature, addressed to the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, which details instructions<\/a> from the Minister to disburse N585,198,500.00 to an individual named Oniyelu Bridget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was gathered that the document also indicated that the disbursement of the N585.198 million grant, designated for vulnerable groups in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Ogun, and Lagos states, was deposited into Oniyelu\u2019s account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Minister has however denied any wrongdoing, saying the reports about her mismanaging public funds are targeted<\/a> at tarnishing her image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This revelation has sparked widespread concern and calls for accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reacting to the scandal in a statement on Sunday evening, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed that President Tinubu is concerned over the scandal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Minister stated that the President ordered the probe to be conducted to ascertain the accuracy and validity of the reported details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the present administration is determined to unravel the truth as it relates to the matter, assuring that appropriate action will be taken to ensure that any breaches and infractions are identified and decisively punished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The statement reads: \u201cThe Ministry of Information and National Orientation acknowledges the concerns raised by the public regarding the alleged payment of funds into a private account by the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. We are aware of the narratives circulating widely and wish to assure Nigerians that the Government takes these issues most seriously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Federal Government, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is transparent and accountable to the people, and committed to ensuring that public funds are allocated and utilized effectively and efficiently to address the needs of Nigerians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn light of recent events, the President has directed that a thorough and comprehensive investigation be conducted to ascertain the accuracy and validity of the reported details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe government is determined to unravel the truth as it relates to this matter, and assures that appropriate action will be taken to ensure that any breaches and infractions are identified and decisively punished, in line with the Administration\u2019s commitment to public accountability and due process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe public is advised to note, against the backdrop of various unverified narratives circulating on the Internet, that the Ministry of Information and National Orientation, under the leadership of Minister Mohammed Idris, is the primary source for verified information about events and actions of the Federal Government of Nigeria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOnly accurate details will be shared with the public. The Ministry is committed to providing timely updates to keep Nigerians informed about the progress of the investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe urge Nigerians to exercise patience as the investigation unfolds. The government is focused on ensuring a fair and unbiased process, and the findings will be communicated duly and transparently to the public.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Recall that there is a document that has  been on circulation bearing Humanitarian Minister Betta Edu\u2019s signature, addressed to the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, which details instructions from the Minister to disburse N585,198,500.00 to an individual named Oniyelu Bridget. 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