…. Says There Are Many Fake Agencies In Nigeria
The Archbishop of Ondo Province and Bishop of Akure Diocese, Rev. Simeon Borokini, has called for accountability in public office, urging authorities to thoroughly investigate allegations of financial mismanagement and ensure that those found culpable are brought to justice.
Borokini made the call while speaking with journalists on the sidelines of the Second Session of the Fifteenth Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Akure held at the Cathedral Church of St. David, Akure.
Recall that the presidency announced that the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) had never been created by law, by presidential order nor by any other official instrument.
Reacting to the allegations involving unaccounted public funds and concerns over governance, the cleric said corruption was not a new phenomenon in the country saying that there are lot of fake agencies in Nigeria.
He stressed that there’s need for transparency and justice whenever cases are uncovered.
“Corruption has been there. And now that this one is exposed, those who are involved should be brought to book and let justice be done,” he said.
The Archbishop noted that the allegations currently generating public debate should not be treated differently from similar cases in the past, maintaining that public resources belong to the people and must be protected.
According to him, efforts should be made to recover any funds that may have been misappropriated so they can be redirected towards programmes that benefit citizens.
“But it is money meant for the nation, and I pray that God will allow them to retrieve some of the money, if everything has not been spent, so that it will be used for the populace,” Borokini added.
He maintained that accountability remains a critical requirement for good governance and urged public officials entrusted with the nation’s resources to act responsibly in the interest of the people.
Borokini also reiterated his support for state policing, describing it as a practical response to Nigeria’s security challenges. He commended the establishment of the Amotekun Corps and expressed optimism that locally recruited security personnel would help curb kidnapping and other crimes.
Speaking on governance, he urged sincere and committed Christians to participate in politics, arguing that faith-based values could contribute positively to public service.
“We are praying and soliciting that genuine Christians will come into politics. Not nominal Christians, not Christians by name, but those who know the God they are serving,” he said.