N1.5bn cash missing in Niger-Delta ministry

chika ebuzor

August 3, 2015 5:58 AM

The two accountants involved claimed that they were following instructions from their superior.

N1.5bn cash missing in Niger-Delta ministry.

Reports reaching us from Vanguard Newspapers say two senior accountants in the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, and an ex-Minister are to answer questions regarding the whereabout of missing funds.

Recommended articles

local Plateau Gov urges calm after attack that led to death of 200-level PLASU student
local NAFDAC reopens popular Ibadan supermarket shut for selling unregistered product
local Gov Adeleke lavished with praise for providing water, sanitation facilities

News has it that N1.5bn cash was withdrawn from the ministry's account, with the Central Bank of Nigeria(CBN).

Read Lufthansa dismisses 13 ex-militants from pilot training programme

Adding that as civil servants, they were trained not to disobey the instruction of a superior authority.

They said the cash was withdrawn in two batches, N605 million and N800 million respectively.

Read Ex-militants warn Buhari as Amnesty students remain stranded

The accountants have since been suspended, pending the outcome of investigations.

Sources say they mentioned the names of those involved.

You will recall that a former minister, Elder Godsday Orubebe was quizzed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), in relation to this case, and he said he had left the ministry when the cash withdrawals were made.

Read Ex-Minister denies stealing N605M

chika ebuzor

Enhance Your Pulse News Experience!

Get rewards worth up to $20 when selected to participate in our exclusive focus group. Your input will help us to make informed decisions that align with your needs and preferences.

I've got feedback!