President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, led by Betta Edu. The directive follows controversy surrounding Edu's alleged approval of N585,198,500.00 to be disbursed into a personal account, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, confirmed the president's decision, emphasizing the government's determination to uncover the truth. Edu, the youngest minister in the president's cabinet, has vehemently denied any wrongdoing, attributing the uproar to a plot to tarnish her image.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is concurrently probing Edu's predecessor, Sadiya Farouq, over alleged laundering during her tenure. Idris assured the public of a fair and unbiased investigation, with updates on progress to be transparently communicated.
This development underscores the administration's commitment to public accountability and due process.
