Late MOAU Vice Chancellor Scrutinized Over Missing N95M Vehicles

Former and late Vice Chancellor of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture in Abia state, Francis Otunta, is under scrutiny following revelations from the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation (OAuGF). A recent report indicates that Otunta failed to return six university pool vehicles valued at N95 million upon the conclusion of his tenure.

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The vehicles, which included three Toyota Prado Jeeps, two Toyota Corolla Salons, and one Lexus Jeep, were required to be returned per regulations. However, Otunta's untimely death in a car accident, mere weeks after leaving office, has complicated the matter. The OAuGF report highlights the need for accountability and proper handling of government assets, calling for further investigation into the matter.

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The OAuGF report highlights that the failure to return the vehicles contravenes established regulations, and it recommends that the National Assembly request the former vice chancellor to justify the illegal possession of government vehicles. Additionally, the report suggests that the former vice chancellor should remit N95 million to the treasury and provide evidence of remittance to the National Assembly public accounts committees. Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in sanctions for gross misconduct and non-payment for the use of government property.

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In addition to the issues related to the former vice chancellor, the OAuGF report also uncovered 21 other scandals and abuses of office within the university between January 2018 and December 2019.

Public comments and opinions on the matter however, express dissatisfaction with the handling of government assets and call for accountability and transparency in governance.