Abia government says ₦210m photocopier budget was a typo
The Abia State Government has responded to concerns about a ₦210 million allocation for a photocopier in its 2026 budget. Officials clarified that the figure was the result of a technical error during the final compilation of the document. According to the Ministry of Budget and Planning, the actual amount for the photocopier is ₦12 million, while the larger sum was meant for a different project. The ministry emphasized that all procurements follow statutory approval processes.
What we know
- The Abia State Government explained that the ₦210 million listed for a photocopier in the 2026 budget was a clerical error.
- The correct allocation is ₦12,000,000 for a Sharp photocopier and other office equipment, as stated on page 60 of the budget document.
- ₦210,831,142 was earmarked for the rehabilitation and repair of residential buildings and staff quarters at the Lagos Liaison Office.
- A misalignment of text and figures on page 289 led to the incorrect impression that ₦250,000,000 was budgeted for a photocopier.
- The ministry stressed there was no inflation of costs and reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability.
