Aviation ministry spent N522m on guns, ammunition – Audit report
The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development used the sum of N522,490,349 to purchase guns and ammunition that were not delivered. The accusation was contained in the Auditor-General for the Federation’s 2024 Annual Report on Non-Compliance and Internal Control Weaknesses in Ministries, Departments and Agencies. According to the report, the ministry paid N270,020,066.80 to […]
The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development spent a staggering N522,490,349 on firearms and ammunition that were not delivered, according to an audit report. The report revealed that the ministry paid N270,020,066.80 for AK Rifles, Red Dots and AK Ammunition on two separate occasions in 2023, without obtaining approval from the National Security Adviser (NSA).
Additionally, N252,470,282.20 was paid for Sub-Machine Guns, Pistols and Ammunition on two different dates in 2023. The report highlighted that the ministry lacked proper documentation and approval processes for these purchases, indicating significant weaknesses in the internal control system. The ministry defended its actions, stating that all necessary procurement documents and approvals were obtained and that the payments were in compliance with financial regulations.
However, the audit deemed the ministry's response unsatisfactory, and the findings are expected to remain valid until the recommended recommendations are implemented.
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