Twenty whistle blowers, whose information led to the recovery of about
N11.635 billion loot, have been paid a total of N375.8 million.
N11.635 billion loot, have been paid a total of N375.8 million.
Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, who disclosed this, in Abuja,
on Wednesday said: “This payment, which is the first under the
whistleblower policy, underscores the commitment of the President
Muhmmadu Buhari administration in meeting obligations to information
providers under the whistleblower policy.
The policy is an essential
tool in the fight against corruption”, she stated.
tool in the fight against corruption”, she stated.
The Whistle Blowing policy was initiated by the Federal Government of Nigeria to support the fight against
financial crimes and corruption, promote accountability and enhance
transparency in the management of public finances.
Source: SUN