In an effort towards strengthening local government administration in Kaduna State, the Ministry for Local Government and the EFCC jointly organized a two-day sensitization workshop for Chairmen and Management staff of the 23 Local Government Councils.

Declaring the workshop open, the Deputy Governor of Kaduna state said the focus of the workshop, which is “Enhancing Fiscal Discipline in the Management of Local Government”, is central to the attainment of the objectives of Senator Uba Sani’s administration’s SUSTAIN agenda.
She added that strong fiscal discipline builds up financial management capacity, which contributes to good governance, more infrastructure, and social services.

Dr Balarabe stressed that Nigeria should not not only target increase revenues but also manage available funds judiciously, adding that “fiscal discipline plays a pivotal role in shaping economic outcomes and ensuring responsible financial management”.

The zonal commander EFCC Aisha abubakar who represented the EFCC Boss said the Commission an independent body responsible for monitoring and enforcing laws related to public spending, including the powers to punish those who violate fiscal rules.