The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the $460 million Chinese loan obtained under former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration for a CCTV project in Abuja that was never executed.
The House of Representatives on Wednesday resolved to investigate the $460 million Chinese loan obtained by the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan for the installation of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras across the Federal Capital Territory.
The resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by Amobi Ogah, representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, who cited the growing insecurity in Abuja despite the project’s intent to enhance surveillance.
“The administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan, acting in good conscience, embarked on the need to curb insecurity in the Federal Capital, Abuja, by installing CCTV cameras,” Ogah said.
He lamented that despite the loan, “the impact of the CCTV is not felt in any manner,” describing the situation as “a lose-lose nightmare.”
Other lawmakers, including Billy Osawaru and Ahmad Jaha, called for a thorough investigation and stronger oversight.
The House subsequently resolved to establish an ad hoc committee to determine the status of the project, the utilization of the $460 million loan from China-EXIM Bank, and to submit its findings for further legislative action.