There are hints that Betta Edu, the troubled minister of poverty alleviation and humanitarian affairs, has taken on her responsibilities in spite of the fact that the Economic Financial Crimes Commission has suspended her and is looking into her.
Edu, who was suspended after a N585 million federal grant intended for the disadvantaged was transferred into private accounts, expressed sympathy to the victims of the latest building collapse in Jos.
“It is with profound grief that I extend my deepest condolences on the tragic collapse of the school building in Jos, Plateau State, which has resulted in the loss of multiple lives and left many survivors grappling with unimaginable pain and suffering.
“May the souls of the departed rest in peace, and may the injured receive swift and complete healing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and all those affected during this incredibly difficult time,” Edu said in a letter dedicated to the victims.
Though the minister was still anticipated to face questions from the anti-graft agency, the condolences, which should be greeted with empathy, created a stir on social media.
The EFCC was directed to conduct a comprehensive investigation into all facets of the financial transactions involving the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, as well as one or more agencies, by President Bola Tinubu, who had suspended the humanitarian minister in January of this year.
President Bola Tinubu suspends Dr. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, from her position effective immediately. This decision is in keeping with his pledge to uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability in the management of the Nigerian commonwealth, according to Ajuri Ngelale, the president’s special adviser on media and publicity.
Nevertheless, it seems that Edu was let off the hook because the EFCC has not commented and the investigation’s conclusion is not apparent.
