Reps Suspend CCTV Project Payments, Demand ZTE Clarification

The House of Representatives in Nigeria has suspended payments for a 460 million naira CCTV project, demanding clarification from ZTE Corporation. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been instructed to halt further payments until ZTE provides satisfactory explanations regarding the project's execution.

The ad hoc committee investigating the project expressed frustration over ZTE's vague responses and lack of transparency. The committee, chaired by Hon. Donald Ojogo (Rep, Ese-Odo/Ilaje), emphasized that the investigation is not a witch hunt but a fact-finding exercise aimed at ensuring accountability.

ZTE representative Iren Momoh acknowledged uncertainties regarding the current operational status of the CCTV system, which was initially handled by ZTE for maintenance. However, she could not confirm its present operational status.

Disputes arose regarding the installation claims in various states, with Hon. Iyaw Esosa challenging ZTE's assertions about installations in Edo and Ekiti states. The committee has requested comprehensive documentation from ZTE, including details of equipment supplied and installation sites.