Posted by Amarachi on Wed 13th Mar, 2024 - tori.ng
The lawmakers on Wednesday, expressed concern that the minister’s suspension has resulted in the discontinuation of the Social Investment Programme, impacting those in dire need of assistance.
Betta Edu
The Tinubu-led federal government has been urged by the House of Representatives to hasten its probe into the allegations levelled against suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu.
The lawmakers on Wednesday, expressed concern that the minister’s suspension has resulted in the discontinuation of the Social Investment Programme, impacting those in dire need of assistance.
During discussions in the Green Chambers today, concerns were raised regarding the negative effects of pausing these crucial programs amidst rising hunger and inflation rates in the country.
Additionally, the House is perturbed by the proposal to transfer the management of the social investment programme to the Minister of Finance, Olawale Edun.
The House of Representatives expressed concerns about this action, deeming it unusual. They reiterated the need for the Federal Government to promptly conduct investigations into the suspended minister of humanitarian affairs.