The Abia state government has clarified that the N210 million allocated for a photocopier in its 2026 budget was a technical error. According to the state ministry of budget and planning, the figure was mistakenly placed beside the photocopier item on page 289 of the budget document.

The actual allocation for the photocopier is N12 million, as stated on page 60 of the budget. The error occurred during the final compilation of the document, causing a misalignment of text and values.

The ministry explained that the N210 million was meant for the rehabilitation/repair of residential building/staff quarters for the Lagos liaison office. The relevant agency has been informed of the correction, and the ministry apologized for the confusion, reaffirming its commitment to transparency and fiscal discipline.