In February 2025, SERAP filed a lawsuit demanding that the Federal Government publish the names of contractors and companies who allegedly collected ₦167 billion for projects across 31 Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) but delivered nothing.
It’s a familiar Nigerian story: contracts awarded, billions paid out, but the projects never see the light of day. The money vanishes, officials deny involvement, and ordinary Nigerians are left with the consequences.
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The ₦167 Billion Phantom Projects
According to reports, the ₦167 billion in question was disbursed to companies for public projects—roads, schools, health centers, and other essential infrastructure. But audits revealed a disturbing reality:
Many projects were abandoned mid-construction.
Some projects never started at all.
Billions were traced to shell companies and politically connected contractors.
In short, the money was paid out, but the people got nothing.
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Why SERAP’s Lawsuit Matters
SERAP is asking the court to compel Tinubu’s government to:
1. Publish the full list of contractors and companies that collected the ₦167 billion.
2. Identify government officials who awarded these contracts.
3. Prosecute those responsible for failing to deliver.
This is crucial because corruption in Nigeria often thrives in secrecy. By keeping the names of culprits hidden, the government shields looters while citizens are forced to suffer poor services and dilapidated infrastructure.
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The Bigger Question: Why Is the Truth Hidden?
If the government is truly serious about transparency, why hesitate to publish the names? Nigerians have a right to know:
Who took the money?
What projects were they paid to deliver?
Why weren’t the projects completed?
Who signed off on the contracts?
The refusal to release this information only fuels suspicion that powerful politicians and their allies are being protected.…….CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
