By AbdulGaneey Akanbi<\/p>\n
The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has debunked reports circulating in sections of the media and on social media alleging that it budgeted funds for the rehabilitation of Emir Palaces and Mosques in the 2026 budget.<\/p>\n
In a press statement issued weekend by the Head of Information and Public Relations, Henrietta Okokon, the ministry described the reports as “false and misleading.”<\/p>\n
The statement stated categorically that the budgetary provisions being referenced are not contained in the Headquarters budget of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development.<\/p>\n
It explained that the items were wrongly attributed to the ministry, but are actually contained in the budget of the Federal College of Veterinary and Medical Laboratory Technology, Vom, Plateau State.<\/p>\n
\u201cRather, they are contained in the budget of the Federal College of Veterinary and Medical Laboratory Technology, Vom, Plateau State, a self-accounting institution with its own distinct budgetary allocations,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n
The ministry noted that the sum of N140 million allegedly budgeted for the rehabilitation of Emir Palaces and Mosques in Kaduna State, among other unrelated projects, does not form part of its programmes and priorities.<\/p>\n
It said the erroneous attribution has created the impression that the ministry appropriated funds for projects outside its mandate.<\/p>\n
The ministry recognized the legitimate concerns raised regarding the alignment and clarity of budgetary proposals submitted by institutions under its supervision.<\/p>\n
It assured that in line with its commitment to transparency, accountability and prudent management of public resources, it will strengthen coordination with its agencies to ensure budget proposals are aligned with institutional mandates and clearly articulated.<\/p>\n
The statement urged members of the public, media organisations and other stakeholders to distinguish between the budget of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development and the separate budgets of its agencies and institutions before drawing conclusions or publishing reports.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs partners in public information, we encourage journalists and media houses to actively verify data with relevant official government sources and seek necessary clarifications prior to publication,\u201d Okokon stated.<\/p>\n
The ministry said this collaborative approach will ensure the public receives accurate, verified reporting while preventing the spread of misleading information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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