The Nigerian Content Development and Management Board (NCDMB) vehemently denies allegations of financial misconduct published by Sahara Reporters. The NCDMB asserts that the reported expenditure of N7.7 billion on consultancy services and a five-day London training is false and designed to tarnish its reputation. The Board emphasizes its commitment to transparency, accountability, and due process in all its operations.
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“In carrying out this Strategic Workshop and every other activity of NCDMB, due process was followed in ensuring that all financial expenditures were made following approved financial and procurement guidelines. We wish to emphasize that NCDMB operates under strict government regulations and oversight bodies.
“Additionally, the Board received the Nigeria Govtech Award and the Distinguished Govtech Trailblazers Award from the Bureau for Public Sector Reform for excellence in digital governance and public sector innovation. “We assure the public that this malicious, false, and misleading publication will not distract the Executive Secretary from his commitment to driving the Board’s mission. The Executive Secretary remains steadfast in advancing the goals of the organization and delivering on its mandate for the benefit of all Nigerians.”At Premium Times, we firmly believe in the importance of high-quality journalism.
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