Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Barbara Akech has issued a strong warning to civil servants illegally accessing funds from the Parish Development Model (PDM) program.
Speaking to the press on January 8, 2025, Akech disclosed that her office has identified government employees, including teachers, health workers, and parish chiefs, who fraudulently registered and benefited from the funds.
Akech revealed that some of the implicated civil servants are employed in other districts but exploited the system to obtain funds meant for Dokolo District. She reiterated that PDM funds are intended for individuals and households with no stable income and are not accessible to salaried employees like teachers and health workers.
“Civil servants already have stable incomes and are not entitled to these funds, which are meant to uplift the most vulnerable members of our community,” Akech stated.
She directed all those involved to return the funds immediately, warning that failure to comply would lead to arrests and prosecution. Akech condemned the misuse of PDM resources, noting that it deprives rightful beneficiaries of opportunities to improve their livelihoods.
The crackdown in Dokolo District aligns with nationwide efforts to curb corruption and mismanagement of PDM funds. Similar actions have led to arrests of SACCO leaders and parish chiefs in other districts.
Akech assured the public of her office’s commitment to ensuring transparency and urged residents to report any irregularities. The move underscores a renewed commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the PDM initiative.
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