The Taraba State Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Moses Maihankali, has dismissed allegations of mismanagement of community development funds, describing them as misleading and politically motivated.
In a statement issued over the weekend, Maihankali said the claims, which surfaced on social media, would ordinarily not warrant a response but for the need to ensure transparency and accountability to the public.
He maintained that funds allocated for community development were judiciously utilised in line with directives from Agbu Kefas, adding that projects executed under the intervention are visible across the local government area.
Maihankali, who also doubles as the Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Council, alleged that the individual behind the viral publication is politically affiliated and acting in the interest of opponents unsettled by his growing support base, particularly his reported ambition to represent Kurmi, Gashaka and Sardauna Federal Constituency.
He described the allegations as attempts at misinformation and character assassination, warning that such claims could erode public trust and mislead residents.
The council chairman reaffirmed his commitment to delivering people-oriented projects with integrity and said he would not be distracted by what he termed āblackmail or propaganda.ā
He also urged members of the public to disregard the social media claims and rely on verified information from official sources.
Taraba ALGON chairman denies claims of misused community fund
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