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NDDC: Forensic audit exercise attains 80% completion in Rivers, Delta
The ongoing physical verification of activities of Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, by forensic auditors in Rivers and Delta States have attained 80 attained 80 percent completion.
Recall President Muhammadu Buhari had directed forensic audit exercise to ascertain the performance of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, from 2001 – 2019.
The field verification of projects executed by the Commission in the Niger Delta Region by Forensic Auditors has been confirmed by Journalists drawn from different media organisations that accompanied the officials of the ministry, NDDC and the audit firms on visits to the various project sites in Rivers and Delta States respectively.
This development put to rest, apprehension over the conduct of forensic audit exercise with the assurances that the exercise would soon be concluded as scheduled.
Responding to questions by journalists who were eager to know the state of the forensic audit during the physical inspection exercise, the NDDC State Director, Rivers State, Barrister George Ero and his Delta State counterpart Engr. Emmanuel Audu Ohwaborua alluded that the forensic audit has been on in their respective states in line with Mr. President directives.
Barrister Ero revealed that Rivers State which is made up of 23 Local Government Areas has over 3,000 projects listed, making up 35% of the Commission’s project portfolio, while Delta State has over 2,000 projects listed and one-third of the projects are located in the coastal areas.
According to Barrister Ero, “the auditors have been visiting various project sites for inspection in batches to verify the physical extent of work done and we have achieved some measurable results to show that a lot of ground has been covered in this regard, despite the limited numbers of personnel, logistics and security concerns”.
“We must commend Mr. President and the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Sen. Godswill Akpabio for insisting on the forensic audit exercise, as this would help to establish the true state of the projects so that appropriate actions would be taken. The field forensic audit has shown that the NDDC has a lot to showcase for the funds allocated to it over the years”, he noted.
The MNDA Media Team visited various project sites in company of the Field forensic auditors, some of the site visited includes; Provision of Transformers and Emergency Repairs of roads in various areas in Obio-Akpor LGA, in Rivers State. 550 meters Shore Protection Project at Ugborodo Community, Land Reclamation Project at Akpakpa-Ajudiabo Community, Canalization of Oporoza and others in Warri South-West LGA.
Also the provision for Tables and Chairs by NDDC at Ezemu Girls Grammar School Ubulu-Uku in Aniocha South LGA, ongoing Construction and Earth Work at Onicha-Uku to Idumu-Ogo Road, Anioma North and others in Delta State.
Earlier, the MNDA Media Team and the Forensic Auditors visited Bayelsa, Ondo, Cross River and Akwa-Ibom States for the physical verification of projects exercise.
In all areas visited the people of various communities appreciated the Federal Government for the conduct of Forensic Audit of NDDC, noting that it will help to reposition the NDDC for optimal performance.
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I’m alive, Obasanjo reacts to death rumour
I’m alive, Obasanjo reacts to death rumour
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has said he is alive, hale and hearty.
He stated this in reaction to rumours of his death being reportedly spread on some social media platforms.
He spoke in Osogbo, Osun State, during the inauguration of the Old-Garage/Oke-Fia Road reconstructed by Governor Ademola Adeleke.
Obasanjo said those who wanted him dead were spreading the rumour of his death on the social media.
He said, “I heard the rumour that I was dead. I saw it on the social media. I quickly told my children and my relations that it was not true and that I’m alive.
“Those that want me dead, that is their wish, but God still keeps me alive.”
Obasanjo praised Adeleke for his performance in Osun and charged the governor to keep up the work.
Governor Adeleke assured the people of the state that his administration would complete all the ongoing projects.
“My dear people of Osun State, our administration has constructed over 120 kilometres of roads across the state.
“Two major flyovers are also progressing to completion at Osogbo while work is progressing at the Ile Ife Flyover and Ilesa dualisation.”
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Tinubu jets out to France on three-day visit
Tinubu jets out to France on three-day visit
President Bola Tinubu will travel to France today (Wednesday) for a three-day state visit at the instance of the French president.
A statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed this.
It said, “The Nigerian leader’s three-day visit, which will focus on strengthening political, economic, and cultural relations and establishing more opportunities for partnership, particularly in agriculture, security, education, health, youth engagement and employment, innovation, and energy transition, promises significant benefits for Nigeria.”
Onanuga said Tinubu and Macron would harmonise positions on stimulating more interest in exchange programmes that focus on skill development for youths and improving their competencies in automation, entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership.
“Both leaders will participate in political and diplomatic meetings highlighting shared values on finance, solid minerals, trade and investments, and communication,” he added.
“They will also witness a session by the France-Nigeria Business Council, which oversees private sector participation in economic development.”
The presidential adviser stated that the Nigerian first lady and her French counterpart would discuss solutions for empowering women, children, and the most vulnerable through the Renewed Hope initiative.
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Yahaya Bello reports to EFCC office with lawyers
Yahaya Bello reports to EFCC office with lawyers
A former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, on Tuesday visited the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to honour another invitation extended to him over alleged misappropriation of funds.
Bello went to the anti-graft office with his lawyers in the morning.
The ex-Kogi governor reportedly drove himself to the EFCC’s office in a black Toyota Hilux van with some lawyers.
He was said to have been taken by some operatives of the agency and are currently being grilled.
This is coming after the Supreme Court judgment which dismissed a suit brought by some state governments challenging the constitutionality of the agency.
The EFCC at the last hearing on November 14, sought the adjournment till November 27 in the fresh case it instituted against Bello.
It stated that the 30-day window was still running for the summons earlier issued.
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