Kwara State Corruption Probe: Ahmed and Finance Commissioner Not Authorized to Access SUBEB Funds
2025-02-18
Vanguard
The trial of former Kwara State Governor AbdulFatah Ahmed and his finance commissioner Demola Banu has taken a new turn, with a witness revealing that they were not authorized to sign off on Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) accounts. The alleged diversion of matching grants has sparked a corruption probe, with the defendants facing scrutiny over their handling of education funds in Kwara State. As the hearing resumes, the focus is on transparency and accountability in government spending, with keywords like 'corruption in Nigeria' and 'UBEC funds' coming under the spotlight. The case highlights the need for robust financial management and oversight in state governments.
