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Large sum of money reportedly found in a water tank in Togo

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A large sum of money was reportedly discovered in a water tank at an official’s home after an audit and a search. The case has revived questions about the traceability of public funds in Togo, but the facts remain unconfirmed, Icilomé reports, citing Sika Journal.

A large sum of money was reportedly discovered in a water tank at an official’s home in Togo, following an audit and a search. Icilomé presents this alleged discovery as the latest episode in questions about the traceability and management of public funds in the country.

The outlet cites several cases that have fuelled these debates, including cases linked to the Togolese Revenue Office (OTR), the so-called Pétrole-gate scandal, funds for the Lomé-Vogan-Anfoin road and the financing of the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations. If confirmed, the facts could reveal failings in financial control mechanisms, Icilomé says.

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