-Agnes Chigozie Njoku, a personal assistant to the wife of Abia State Governor, was paid N70 million for “Feeding in Government House” between June and September 2023, which violated Nigeria’s Financial Regulations prohibiting public funds from being paid into private accounts.
-The state audit report revealed improper payments of N42.8 million for the renovation of the Deputy Governor’s office, and a total of N112.8 million was flagged for wrong classification of expenditures.
-The report also highlighted payments of N41.6 million into the personal account of the Abia State Commissioner for Environment and other payments made into the accounts of various officials without proper documentation or due process.
-Governor Alex Otti has faced criticism for high spending, including a planned N1.5 billion for the purchase of two Toyota Hilux vehicles, despite the state’s high poverty rate of 30%.
-Despite promises of improving the state’s infrastructure, residents of Abia State have voiced dissatisfaction with poor roads, particularly in Aba’s Nkwo Ngwa market area, citing the governor’s focus on luxury items like vehicles instead of addressing pressing issues.
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