By Sodiq Omolaoye, Abuja 09 January 2024 | 3:33 pm The United Global Resolve for Peace (UGRFP) has called for a comprehensive reform of the entire humanitarian ministry, saying such a measure was essential to ensure the effectiveness and integrity of humanitarian efforts aimed at poverty alleviation and addressing societal needs. This is as the organisation applauded President Bola Tinubu’s decision to suspend minister of… Kaduna IDPs camp The United Global Resolve for Peace (UGRFP) has called for a comprehensive reform of the entire humanitarian ministry, saying such a measure was essential to ensure the effectiveness and integrity of humanitarian efforts aimed at poverty alleviation and addressing societal needs. This is as the organisation applauded President Bola Tinubu’s decision to suspend minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu over alleged corruption scandals and controversies surrounding her tenure. The organisation said the president’s responsiveness to the cries from the civil society space and well-meaning Nigerians demonstrated a commitment to transparency, accountability, and the overall well-being of the nation. Chairman, UGRFP, Shalom Olaseni, in a statement yesterday also applauded the president’s prompt establishment of a panel to reform the social programs of the ministry. It said: “UGRFP emphasizes the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions. We urge the government to prosecute Dr. Betta Edu based on the serious allegations against her, including involvement in padded budgets, mismanagement of funds, and overseeing white elephant projects running into billions of Naira. These allegations, if proven, signify a breach of public trust and necessitate legal consequences. “As advocates for peace, good governance and justice, the UGRFP remains committed to promoting transparency and accountability within the Nigerian government. 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