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In a significant development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has suspended all activities of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) following allegations of widespread mismanagement and corruption. The suspension, effective immediately, applies to all four programs under NSIPA’s umbrella: N-Power, Conditional Cash Transfer, Government Enterprise and Empowerment, and Home Grown School Feeding.
This decision comes amid ongoing investigations into “malfeasance” and “operational lapses” within the agency, particularly concerning discrepancies in payments to beneficiaries. In a statement issued today, Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, highlighted President Tinubu’s deep concerns over these issues.
To address these concerns and ensure the future effectiveness of social intervention programs, President Tinubu has established a ministerial panel. This panel will conduct a comprehensive review of NSIPA’s operations and recommend necessary reforms.
“During the period of this suspension,” the statement emphasizes, “all NSIPA-related activities, including distributions, events, payments, collaborations, and registrations, are now frozen.” The President, Imohiosen assures, remains committed to a swift and impartial investigation that will safeguard the integrity of these crucial programs and ensure they benefit the most vulnerable Nigerians as intended.
This news is likely to be met with mixed reactions. While some may welcome the suspension as a necessary step towards combating corruption and improving program efficiency, others, particularly beneficiaries and program staff, may face immediate difficulties due to the sudden halt in activities.
It remains to be seen what the outcome of the investigation and the ministerial panel’s recommendations will be. However, one thing is clear: President Tinubu’s decision marks a significant shift in the trajectory of Nigeria’s social intervention programs, potentially paving the way for a more transparent and effective system in the future.