**The Disability Commission in the Spotlight: A ₦97m POS Procurement Scandal Unfolds** In a move that has sent shockwaves through the disability community in Nigeria, the House of Representatives Committee on Disability has launched an investigation into the activities of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD). At the centre of the probe is a whopping ₦97 million allegedly spent on 101 Point-of-Sale (POS) machines for the commission. The investigation follows a series of allegations of contract inflation, questionable procurement processes, and the execution of projects by the commission. The inquiry, which kicked off on Thursday, saw stakeholders raise concerns about the commission's spending habits. Abdullahi Ibrahim, a stakeholder, questioned the high cost of the POS machines, citing that the actual cost of the devices is far lower. He also alleged that other training programmes and procurement exercises undertaken by the commission involved inflated contract values. This has raised serious concerns among stakeholders in the disability community, who fear that the commission is becoming a hub of corruption. Lawmakers on the committee have stressed that the allegations must be supported with verifiable evidence before any conclusions can be drawn. They have asked stakeholders to submit relevant documents to enable a thorough investigation. The Executive Secretary of the commission, Ayuba Gufwan, has responded to the allegations, stating that steps had already been taken to address procurement irregularities discovered shortly after his assumption of office. He claimed that his predecessor had made major procurement decisions during his absence, which has since been declared illegal by the commission's Procurement Tenders Board. The investigation has sparked concerns about the transparency and accountability of the commission. Nigerians are watching with bated breath as the committee digs deeper into the allegations. The outcome of this probe will not only determine the fate of the commission but also shed light on the state of governance in the country. As the investigation unfolds, one thing is certain: the disability community in Nigeria is watching and waiting for justice to be served. The ₦97m POS procurement scandal has exposed the dark underbelly of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities. The allegations of contract inflation and questionable procurement processes have raised serious concerns about the commission's spending habits. As the investigation continues, Nigerians are hoping for a transparent and thorough probe that will bring to book those responsible for the alleged irregularities. The disability community is counting on the committee to deliver justice and restore confidence in the commission.