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Revitalizing Nigeria’s Agricultural Sector: Climate-Resilient Solutions for Sustainable Development

The Nigerian economy had been largely dependent on its agricultural sector before the discovery of oil in 1953. The sector contributed about 60% of the nation’s GDP, provided employment opportunities, ensured food security, offered raw materials for manufacturing industries, and generated revenue (foreign exchange) for the nation while also serving as a source of farmer […]

SAI-CSOs Collaboration for Improved Accountability and Development in Nigeria

In Nigeria, the pursuit of accountability and sustainable development has long been a complex challenge. The growing need for improved public service delivery and an enhanced quality of life for citizens highlights the importance of effective public auditing. Auditing, both in the public and private sectors, is increasingly recognized as crucial, often referred to as […]

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Accountability in Nigeria: Insights and Learnings From Focused Group Discussion

  The global surge in the creation, adoption, and implementation of technology and artificial intelligence is unprecedented. These powerful tools have the potential to greatly benefit humanity by transforming various aspects of our lives and society. Additionally, they can play a crucial role in promoting good governance and accountability. One of the most overlooked benefits […]

IDI-PLSI Workshop: Strengthening Collaboration Between SAIs and CSOs in Nigeria

On Tuesday, March 26, 2024, a partnership between the INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI) and Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative (PLSI) brought together 30 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) from various regions of Nigeria for a day-long capacity-building workshop at the Bolton White Hotel and Suite in Abuja, the workshop aimed to strengthen collaboration between Supreme Audit Institutions […]

SAE Index 2023 – Goodwill Message by Dr Innocent Iweka Okwuosa

GOODWILL MESSAGE By THE 59TH ICAN PRESIDENT AT THE PUBLIC PRESENTATION OF THE SUBNATIONAL AUDIT EFFICACY (SAE) INDEX 2023 At Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja Thursday, March 14, 2024 Protocol   On behalf of the Governing Council and the entire membership of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), I extend our warmest greetings […]

SAE Index 2023 – Goodwill Message by Mr Shaakaa Kanyitor Chira

Goodwill Message at the Public Presentation of Flagship Research Report on the Subnational Audit Efficacy Index 2023 by the Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative Holding On 14th March 2024 in Abuja, Nigeria   Delivered By   SHAAKAA KANYITOR CHIRA, FCNA, FCCrFA, FCCFI, FCTI AUDITOR-GENERAL FOR THE FEDERATION   Protocols   I am very delighted, highly honored […]

SAE Index 2023 – Keynote Address by Professor Antonia Taiye Simbine

Keynote Address at the Subnational Audit Efficacy (SAE) Index 2023 Report Launch Delivered on Thursday 14th March 2024 by Professor Antonia Taiye Simbine (Director-General, Nigerian Institute of Social & Economic Research (NISER)   Protocols Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed guests, and distinguished participants. I stand before you today with immense pleasure and a sense of shared […]

States Transparency and Accountability: PLSI Unveiled the Subnational Audit Efficacy Index 2023

In an effort to continue to promote transparency and accountability within Nigeria’s governance framework, the Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative (PLSI) has achieved another noteworthy milestone with the launch of the 2023 edition of its annual flagship research report, the Subnational Audit Efficacy (SAE) Index 2023. The SAE Index serves as a pivotal tool for assessing […]

Public Audit Media Fellowship – PLSI Trains Journalists to Investigate Corruption in Nigeria Using Public Audit Data

In the sprawling landscape of Nigerian governance, a persistent challenge has been inadequate citizen participation in the Nigerian public audit process. The insufficient civic engagement with public officials and elected representatives using audit data has continued to be a major obstacle to fostering public accountability at both national and subnational levels in Nigeria. To address […]

Nigeria Accountability Summit (NAS) 2023: Institutionalizing Accountability for Effective Public Administration in Nigeria

The Nigeria Accountability Summit (NAS) 2023 stood as a watershed moment in the nation’s pursuit of good governance and sustainable development. As both national and subnational governments implement and contemplate policies to reposition the Nigerian economy, citizens’ bear the immediate brunt of these decisions, all the while hoping for lasting positive outcomes. Yet, the crucial […]

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