The prominent anti-corruption organization, in a document signed by its Chairman, Olanrewaju Suraju to Prof Isa Pantami, requesting clarification on the procurement process that led to the approval of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) for the allocation of N24.2 billion. The funds are intended for the provision of internet facilities at 20 airports, educational institutions, and markets across Nigeria.
In the document, HEDA recalled that the information on the allocation of funds was disclosed by the Minister and reported in the news on March 29, 2023. HEDA cited Sections 2, 3, and 4 of the Freedom of Information (FoI) Act of 2011 in requesting detailed information about the procurement process leading to the FEC’s approval.
