# HEDA Calls for Investigation into Nigerian Ministry of Works Contracts

The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) has formally requested an independent investigation into approximately N60.1 billion worth of contracts awarded by Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Works to Reinforced Global Resources Limited between 2024 and 2026. The call centers on concerns about procurement transparency, adherence to procurement laws, and potential conflicts of interest involving the company's managing director and the Minister of Works, David Umahi. This development highlights increased scrutiny of large-scale federal contracts and the importance of compliance with procurement regulations in Nigeria.

- Procurement professionals should note the heightened focus on transparency and legal compliance in federal contract awards, which may lead to more rigorous oversight and audits.
- Contractors engaging with Nigerian federal agencies may face increased due diligence requirements and should ensure strict adherence to procurement laws to mitigate reputational and legal risks.
- The involvement of anti-corruption agencies such as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) signals potential enforcement actions that could impact contract execution and future bidding.
- Organizations should monitor outcomes of this investigation as it may influence procurement policies and contractor vetting processes within the Federal Ministry of Works and other Nigerian government entities.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 27, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Ministry of Works
- Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)
- Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC)
- Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP)

### Vendors
- Reinforced Global Resources Limited (awardee)

### Key Quotes
> Where billions of naira in public funds are involved, Nigerians are entitled to know whether the procurement process was transparent, competitive and compliant with the law.
> — Olanrewaju Suraju, Chairman, HEDA Resource Centre

### Sources
- [HEDA calls for investigation into N60.1bn Ministry of Works contracts linked to Umahi associate - EnviroNews - latest environment news, climate change, renewable energy](https://www.environewsnigeria.com/heda-calls-for-investigation-into-n60-1bn-ministry-of-works-contracts-linked-to-umahi-associate) - EnviroNews Nigeria