Tag: Accountability
ANM control finds one of five cards bought luxury goods
A Romanian environment ministry control found that one of five cards linked to the weather administration’s account was used for…
Control flags Romanian weather agency spending on official cards
A Ministry of Environment control says ANM used five official cards for purchases including perfumes, clothing and a 1,000-lei bra.
England’s planned devolution prompts new scrutiny of mayors’ spending
Ministers are considering stronger reporting, a new audit body and possible recall powers as England prepares to devolve more income…
Government creates unit to coordinate the return of outsourced services
A new Insourcing Unit will coordinate departments’ plans to bring services back in-house, after the government set a £1m public…
SVG state-company review may lead to investigations and sanctions
A two-person team has completed a rapid assessment of SVG’s public enterprises, after an initial review covered 12 entities.
SVG state-company review points towards investigations and possible sanctions
A two-person Vincentian team has completed a rapid assessment of state-owned companies, beginning with 12 entities and expanding across public…
Official presidential flights cost 1,117 million pesos in 18 days
A Ministry of Defence report records 1,117 million pesos in official presidential flights during Abelardo de la Espriella’s first 18…
Estonian Defence Minister Resigns Amid €70 Million Procurement Scandal
An inexperienced Indian company received €70 million for artillery shells in Estonia, raising procurement concerns.
Estonian Defence Minister Resigns Over €70 Million Ammunition Deal
Estonian Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur resigned after a €70 million ammunition contract was awarded to a company with no prior…
Nigeria’s EFCC Dismisses Over 40 Employees for Corruption
The EFCC has dismissed more than 40 employees for alleged corruption since October 2023, with several facing prosecution.
BIS report reveals clientelism in state-owned companies
The BIS report highlights clientelism in state-owned firms, where management undermines oversight bodies. Specific companies remain unnamed.
Inactive Public Accounts Total $796.4 Billion, Raising Concerns
The General Comptroller's report reveals $796.4 billion in inactive public accounts, highlighting financial management risks.