Abia warns LG mayors against diverting public funds

The Abia State Government has warned local government mayors against misusing public funds and diverting them for personal gain. Prince Uzor Nwachukwu, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, called for stronger financial and administrative controls during the opening of a two-day anti-corruption awareness program in Umuahia.

Nwachukwu emphasized the importance of discipline, transparency, and measurable outcomes in government operations, stating that a project's success is based on the results achieved, not the funds allocated. He warned against approving projects without proper accountability and emphasized the need for executive mayors and senior officials to ensure proper record-keeping, transparent procurement processes, and timely financial reporting.

Nwachukwu assured the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) of the ministry's commitment to collaborating in promoting integrity and accountability. ICPC representative Chinwe Egbeocha praised the state's participation, warning that corruption would no longer be tolerated and urging participants to remain vigilant and question questionable practices.