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Raising the Bar on Transparency: PLSI Unveils SAE Index 2024, Celebrates States Leading Accountability Reforms

April 13, 2025 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

In reaffirmation of its commitment to strengthening public accountability in Nigeria, the Paradigm Leadership Support Initiative (PLSI) launched the fifth edition of its flagship research report, the Subnational Audit Efficacy (SAE) Index 2024, at a high-level public event in Abuja on Thursday March 20th, 2025. The event brought together a cross-section of accountability stakeholders from […]

NAS 2024 – KEYNOTE ADDRESS DELIVERED BY SAUDATU MAHDI, MFR

November 25, 2024 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

Distinguished guests, esteemed colleagues, and fellow accountability champions, I bring you greetings from the Chair, Board of Trustees of the Women’s Rights Advancement and Protection Alternative (WRAPA) in the person of Hon. Justice Fati Lami Abubakar CON, LLD. It is an honor to address you today at the Nigeria Accountability Summit (NAS) 2024. I am […]

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

July 7, 2024 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

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

June 21, 2024 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

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

May 24, 2024 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

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

April 15, 2024 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

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

April 9, 2024 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

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

April 9, 2024 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

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

April 6, 2024 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

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

April 6, 2024 By PLSI Admin In BLOG No Comments

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 […]