President Bola Tinubu has expressed the commitment of the Federal Government to enhance the independence of the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation (OAuGF) for effective service delivery.
Tinubu, who was represented by Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, said this on Wednesday in Abuja, at the public presentation of the OAuGF Strategic Plan 2024 -2028.
The president said one of his administration’s goals was to enhance the independence of the OAuGF and empower it to perform its mandate seamlessly, towards deterring and detecting corruption in public institutions.
“Nigeria must win the fight against corruption. It is an existential problem that requires that all hands are on deck, in collaboration to ensure success.
“This is to ensure that the resources of the nation are deployed for the well-being of the present generation without hindering the aspirations of future generations of Nigerians,” he said.
The AuGF, Mr Shaakaa Chira, said the strategic plan was designed to contribute to the Federal Government’s agenda to stem the tide of corruption.
Chira said that it would also help to reduce waste and revenue leakages to the barest minimum, as well as guard against diversion of public resources.
“It will help to improve governance by holding public office holders accountable without fear or favour, through the delivery of high quality and timely audit report,” he said.
Chira said that the plan would achieve an enhanced independence and mandate of the OAuGF, and reduce mismanagement of public funds through stronger follow-up of audit recommendations.
He said the strategic plan would also help to improve financial reporting in the public sector and present the OAuGF as a model institution.
“Let me assure you that OAuGF will ensure full implementation of the goals encapsulated in the strategic plan.”
