The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct the Attorney General of the Federation, the Inspector-General of Police, and anti-corruption agencies to investigate allegations that over ₦6.79 billion of public funds are missing or diverted. The request, dated Sunday, 02 August 2026, targets top officials including Lateef Fagbemi and Olatunji Rilwan Disu.
SERAP's appeal underscores growing concerns over public fund management in Nigeria. The organisation wants a thorough probe to ensure accountability and recover any missing funds.
This development comes amid broader scrutiny of financial governance. For context, recent reports have highlighted infrastructure financing efforts, such as [Lagos State's bond programme](https://thenairastandard.com/article/lagos-state-bond-programme), which aim to channel public funds into development. The alleged diversion of ₦6.79 billion, if true, would undermine such initiatives and erode public trust.
SERAP's demand is a call for transparency. It remains to be seen whether the President will act on the request and what steps the anti-corruption agencies will take. The outcome could set a precedent for handling similar allegations in the future.