The agency made this known in statement on Saturday signed by its National Communications Manager, Jamaludeen Kabir, titled, ‘NSIPA Clarification: Setting the Record Straight on Recent Allegations and Affirming Commitment to Transparency.’

According to Kabir, online reports connecting Edu to financial impropriety are false and should be disregarded.

The agency emphasized that Edu has not been involved in any financial transactions or decisions currently under scrutiny within NSIPA.

Under the guidance of the acting National Coordinator and CEO, Dr. Akindele Egbuwalo, NSIPA expressed full support and collaboration with the EFCC’s ongoing investigation.

The statement underscores the distinction between the suspended CEO’s actions and the agency’s practices, emphasizing that the former’s actions do not reflect NSIPA’s principles.

The statement reads, “NSIPA vehemently distances itself from any claims connecting the honourable minister to financial impropriety or any wrongdoing within the agency.

“It is crucial to emphasize that the honourable minister has had no involvement in any financial transactions or decisions within NSIPA currently under scrutiny.

“The Communications office of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) issues this statement in response to recent online media reports inaccurately linking the honourable minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu, to the ongoing investigations involving the alleged mismanagement of funds by Hajiya Halima Shehu, the suspended National Coordinator and CEO of NSIPA.

“Importantly, NSIPA emphasizes the distinction between the suspended National Coordinator/CEO and the agency itself, highlighting that the actions of the former do not reflect the agency’s practices or principles.

“The integrity and commitment of NSIPA to serving vulnerable communities in Nigeria remain steadfast. The agency operates with strict adherence to due process and prudent financial management in line with the regulations outlined in our establishment act and directives of the Federal Executive Council, (FEC).”

NSIPA reaffirmed its commitment to serving vulnerable communities in Nigeria with integrity and adherence to due process.

The agency urged Nigerians to view such moves as anti-people and called on media outlets to verify facts before making assertions to avoid spreading baseless allegations that could unfairly tarnish the reputation of individuals or institutions.