SERAP Urges President Tinubu to Probe Borno Government’s Use of Billions in Ecological Funds

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to investigate the alleged misuse of billions of naira in ecological funds by the Borno State government. This request was made public through an official statement shared on the organization’s X (formerly Twitter) handle, urging the Federal Government to take swift action in ensuring transparency and accountability.

SERAP’s call comes amid growing concerns about the mismanagement of ecological funds across various states in Nigeria, which are intended to address environmental challenges such as flooding, erosion, and other ecological disasters. The organization is demanding an independent and transparent investigation into how the Borno government has utilized these funds, stressing that public resources must be spent responsibly to improve the lives of citizens.

The group further urged President Tinubu to ensure that any officials found to have misappropriated funds face justice, highlighting the need for a zero-tolerance approach to corruption. SERAP emphasized that ecological funds are crucial for mitigating the effects of climate change and protecting vulnerable communities from environmental harm.

With Nigeria battling frequent environmental disasters, such as flooding and desertification, proper management of ecological funds is vital for the safety and well-being of citizens. SERAP’s demand underscores the importance of transparency in public spending, particularly in states like Borno, which has faced a combination of security and environmental challenges in recent years.

As of now, neither the Borno State government nor President Tinubu’s administration has publicly responded to SERAP’s call. However, the push for accountability continues to resonate among Nigerians, who expect concrete action to be taken in the fight against corruption.

This latest development shines a spotlight on the broader issue of accountability in government spending, as Nigerians increasingly demand a more transparent and responsible use of public funds.