The Bauchi State chapter of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), has called for the arrest, thorough investigation and prosecution of government officials who have been fingered in an alleged ₦2.9 billion scam involving state funds.
In a statement signed on Thursday by the Secretary of the perty in the state, Hon. Wada Abdullahi, the party said recent reports credited to the state’s Auditor-General’s is deeply alarming and worrisome .
“The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Bauchi State Chapter, is deeply alarmed and profoundly disturbed by the recent revelations in the Bauchi State Auditor-General’s report for the 2024 accounts, as reviewed and published by WikkiTimes,” Abdullahi said.
“The report exposed pervasive financial irregularities, misappropriation of public funds, and blatant breaches of accountability within Bauchi State government agencies, including the Office of the Chief of Staff, Ministries of Finance, Budget, Economic Planning and Multilateral Coordination, Education, Religious Affairs, Housing and Environment, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Agriculture, Health, Pension Board, Sustainable Development Goals Office, Sa’adu Zungur University, Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, and other key MDAs.
“The detailed audit findings reveal the reckless spending of over ₦2.9 billion without proper documentation, approval, or accountability. These findings are a grave indictment of the leadership and governance standards in our dear state.
“They highlight a systematic pattern of corruption, abuse of office, and a total disregard for the rule of law and the financial regulations designed to safeguard public resources.
“In light of these disturbing disclosures, the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) hereby calls on the Federal Government’s anti-corruption agencies, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), to:
1. Launch an immediate and comprehensive investigation into the fraudulent financial activities, including unapproved payments, missing vouchers, fake receipts, and diversion of public funds as outlined in the recent audit reports.
2. Invite or arrest the heads of the implicated ministries and agencies—including the Chief of Staff—for questioning, and ensure they are thoroughly scrutinized.
3. Ensure that any individual found culpable—whether officials, political appointees, civil servants, or others—is swiftly prosecuted and made to face the full weight of the law.
4. Take urgent steps to recover looted funds, restore transparency, and institute measures that will prevent the recurrence of such financial misconduct in Bauchi State and Nigeria at large.
“Our state and country deserve governance rooted in integrity, transparency, and accountability. It is the constitutional duty of the anti-corruption agencies to act decisively, demonstrate zero tolerance for corruption, and send a clear message that impunity will no longer be tolerated.
“The PRP reiterates its unwavering commitment to fighting corruption and ensuring that public funds serve the interest of the people, not a few corrupt elements. We call on all patriotic Nigerians and stakeholders to support these efforts and demand justice and accountability.
“Let it be known that corruption is a cancer that erodes the foundation of our democracy. We must work collectively to eradicate it, restore public trust, and build Nigeria into a nation that works for all”, the party stated.
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