N5 Billion Palliative: Ogun Government Assures Of Transparency

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ogun State Commissioner of Finance, Dapo Okubadejo, has reassured citizens that the government will maintain transparency in the distribution of the state N5 billion palliative program. Okubadejo made these remarks during a discussion organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Ogun state on Thursday.

The forum aimed to hold those in positions of authority accountable and provide a platform for government officials to address any uncertainties surrounding official policies.

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During his address, Okubadejo underscored the government’s commitment to thoroughness, stating that every detail would be meticulously reviewed. He acknowledged receiving complaints regarding the distribution of the government’s relief efforts.

Some quarters, particularly students, are reportedly unhappy with the way N50,000 in palliative funds are distributed to needy pupils nationwide.

The students claim that certain government representatives have made steps to deceive them and keep them from receiving their rightful compensation.

But in his reaction, Okubadejo said, “On the N5 billion palliative, I think the government has set up a committee and we will involve all relevant stakeholders and if you are concerned about any part of the distribution process at all, I know the government is ready to listen and make amends. The money is really not much but just see it as the first of many initiatives to come.

“The register that will be used by the Ministry of Education is currently being compiled and a lot of validation is being done in the register. Some of the students have raised concerns, but be rest assured that this will be done transparently. The reason the current list is being used was to start the programme immediately.

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“In fact, we are also leveraging technology for proper identification and that is why we are using BVN and NIN in this scheme. Be rest assured that this process will be done transparently.”
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