Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah, the member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has called on the National Assembly to set up a special ad hoc committee to investigate the activities of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Nigeria.
The lawmaker made the call during a plenary session, citing growing concerns about the operations of these organizations, particularly in Northern Nigeria. Recent allegations suggest that some NGOs may be involved in illicit activities, including the alleged sponsorship of terrorist groups such as Boko Haram.
Hon. Ogah referenced a recent claim by a U.S. Congressman, who accused USAID of allegedly funding Boko Haram, stressing that such allegations warrant urgent and thorough scrutiny. He also raised concerns over reports that some NGOs own private jets operating in Borno State, questioning their motives and activities.
“The presence of private jets owned by NGOs in Borno raises serious concerns. What exactly are they doing there?” Ogah queried.
The proposed ad hoc committee will investigate various aspects of NGO and CSO operations in Nigeria, with a special focus on the North
ern region.
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