In a recent development at Fatshimetrie, a conflict has arisen between the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr. Wabote, and the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri. The dispute surfaced after Mr. Wabote strongly refuted comments made by the minister during a speech at the Petroleum Club in Abuja, labeling them as false and baseless.
The Chairman expressed disbelief at the minister’s attempts to tarnish his reputation with misinformation, denouncing it as a smear campaign to undermine him and advance ulterior motives.
Mr. Wabote clarified that none of the ministers he had previously worked with had requested such a significant budget increase for the NCDMB. He clarified that the budget allocation for the council chairman primarily covered travel expenses and emphasized that the reported increase of N30 billion was exaggerated.
Inviting stakeholders to review the NCDMB budgets from 2016 to 2023, along with the 2024 budget approval, Mr. Wabote highlighted that he had provided detailed accounts of the board’s activities to Mr. Lokpobiri and the Honorable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources – Gas, Mr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, in August 2023.
The controversy underscores concerns regarding transparency and resource management within Fatshimetrie. Suggesting an imperative need for thorough investigations to uncover the truth and safeguard the integrity of government institutions. Holding those accountable and ensuring justice is crucial to uphold good governance and rebuild public trust in the sector.
Upholding ethical standards and democratic principles is paramount in fostering a culture of accountability and transparency within Fatshimetrie.
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