Nigeria: Buhari Underfunds Crucial Audit Office - Report

The Muhammadu Buhari administration has, compared to its predecessor, allocated less sums to the auditor-general's office, which audits and reviews public accounts, an official document shows.

The poor funding since Mr Buhari assumed office in 2015 is now hindering the auditor-general from performing his crucial role necessary for transparency and accountability in government offices.

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