Reps committee lauded for thorough scrutiny of ₦6.2trn supplementary budget
The Centre for Accountability and Probity (CAP) has commended Rt. Hon. Abubakar Bichi, Chairman of the House of Representatives Appropriations Committee, for his unwavering commitment to transparency and accountability in the budgetary process.
Princess Ajibola Naomi, CAP’s Coordinating President, highlighted Bichi’s meticulous approach to handling the recent supplementary budget.
“Bichi’s innovative approach to the budgetary process has introduced a new level of transparency and accountability, setting a benchmark for future budgetary processes,” she stated.
Naomi praised Bichi’s dedication to involving stakeholders, conducting public hearings, and thoroughly scrutinising the executive bill.
Bichi’s initiatives include public engagement, thorough analysis of budget estimates, and ensuring the supplementary budget aligns with Nigerians’ priorities.
“Bichi has introduced public engagement and scrutiny of the budget estimates, ensuring that stakeholders’ inputs are considered,” Naomi added.
How Bichi-led committee enhanced budget process
Further, Bichi has enhanced the budget process by ensuring the timely submission of budget estimates by MDAs, conducting oversight visits to monitor project implementation, and engaging civil society organisations for inclusivity and transparency.
“His leadership has changed the narrative in the budgetary process, promoting transparency and accountability,” Naomi noted.The Appropriations Committee has also leveraged technology for better budget tracking and monitoring, providing clear and concise budget reports.
Naomi emphasised that Bichi’s efforts have instilled confidence in the budgetary process among Nigerians.
“Bichi’s commitment to ensuring that the executive accounts for every penny has given Nigerians confidence in the budgetary process,” she said.
CAP urged Nigerians to trust in the effective utilisation of the budget under Bichi’s oversight, emphasising the positive impact of his leadership on national fiscal governance.
