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Deji Adeyanju, a renowned human rights activist, has called on President Bola Tinubu to sack the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu if found guilty of financial misappropriation.<\/p>\n

In a statement he signed, Adeyanju said Tinubu should ensure a transparent and independent investigation into the scandal.<\/p>\n

Edu had come under heavy criticism after a memo surfaced where she directed the Accountant-General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Madein, to transfer N585.2 million into a private account owned by one Oniyelu Bridget, who the Ministry claimed currently serves as the Project Accountant, Grants for Vulnerable Groups.<\/p>\n

The minister said the payment followed due process, but the Accountant-General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Madein was of a contrary opinion.<\/p>\n

Reacting, Adeyanju, the convener of Concerned Nigerians, commended the Accountant-General of the Federation for her steadfastness in refusing to grant the request by Edu.<\/p>\n

He said: \u201cThis action by the Accountant-General is in line with Chapter Seven, Section 713 of Nigeria\u2019s Financial Regulations 2009, which clearly states that personal money shall not be paid into a government bank account, nor should any public money be paid into a private account.<\/p>\n

\u201cI applaud the Accountant-General for her unwavering commitment to upholding the principles of accountability and transparency in the management of public finances.<\/p>\n

\u201cHer refusal to comply with the improper and illegal request by the Honorable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs demonstrates her integrity and dedication to the rule of law. By adhering to the Financial Regulations, she has set a commendable example for other public officials to follow.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn light of these developments, I call on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to investigate the matter thoroughly and take appropriate action against the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe request made by the Minister to transfer such a substantial amount into an individual\u2019s private account is a flagrant violation of Nigeria\u2019s Financial Regulations. It raises serious concerns about the misuse of public funds and suggests a breach of trust by a high-ranking government official.<\/p>\n

\u201cAdeyanju urges President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure a transparent and independent investigation into the matter and, if found guilty, to suspend the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs pending further disciplinary actions saying the senseless looting perpetrated by Betta Edu reason military truncated severally democratic governments in the country. The president should sack her and preserve our democracy.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis step is crucial to maintaining public confidence in the government\u2019s commitment to fighting corruption and ensuring the prudent management of public resources.\u201d<\/p>\n

N585m scandal: Sack Betta Edu, save Nigeria\u2019s democracy \u2013 Adeyanju to Tinubu<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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