The Niger State House of Assembly has attributed its recent visit to China with strengthening lawmakers' capacity for budget preparation, fiscal management, and oversight of public spending. Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, Zubairu Ismail, made this statement while addressing journalists after the House reconvened from its one-month recess. The visit exposed committee members to modern approaches to resource allocation and budget implementation.
According to Ismail, the knowledge acquired during the visit will help strengthen the appropriation process and promote prudent management of public resources. He commended Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago for approving the visit, describing it as a demonstration of cooperation between the executive and legislature. This cooperation is expected to yield positive results for the people of Niger State.
Ismail emphasized that the visit was a valuable experience for the lawmakers, who were exposed to contemporary approaches to resource allocation, budget implementation, and ensuring value for money. He expressed gratitude to Governor Bago for his foresight and commitment to strengthening legislative capacity. The Speaker, Abdulmalik Sarkindaji, was also commended for supporting initiatives aimed at enhancing the House's effectiveness and professionalism.
The committee chairman assured residents that the committee would put the experience gained in China to productive use. He pledged to strengthen the appropriation process to promote fiscal responsibility, prudent management of public resources, transparency, accountability, and value for money. This commitment is expected to lead to more efficient management of public resources in Niger State.
Ismail highlighted the importance of cooperation between the executive and legislature in promoting democratic governance, accountability, and development. He stated that when the two arms of government work together within the framework of constitutional responsibility and mutual respect, the ultimate beneficiary is the people. This cooperation is expected to lead to tangible development in Niger State.
The Niger State House of Assembly's visit to China has been hailed as a strategic move to enhance the lawmakers' capacity for budget preparation and fiscal management. The visit is expected to have a positive impact on the state's budgeting process, leading to more efficient allocation of resources and better management of public spending. The lawmakers' newfound knowledge and skills will be crucial in promoting accountability and transparency in government.
The Niger State House of Assembly will continue to build on the experience gained during the visit to China. The committee chairman, Zubairu Ismail, has assured residents that the committee will not rest on its oars, but will continue to work towards strengthening the appropriation process and promoting prudent management of public resources. This commitment is expected to lead to improved governance and development in Niger State.
Key points
- Niger State House of Assembly's visit to China enhanced lawmakers' capacity for budget preparation and fiscal management.
- The visit promoted cooperation between the executive and legislature in Niger State.
- The lawmakers' newfound knowledge and skills will be crucial in promoting accountability and transparency in government.
