Support for domestic auto-makers
The Federal Government’s directive compelling ministries, departments and agencies to prioritise vehicles assembled or manufactured in Nigeria is a welcome attempt to make public spending serve industrial development. Under the Nigeria First policy, procurement should not automatically send billions of naira abroad when domestic alternatives are available. The directive also envisages tighter oversight, with exemptions […]
Aviation After Oduah
MANY Nigerians are relieved to see the departure of Adaeze Stella Oduah, former Minister of Aviation, whose tenure was tainted by the alleged inflation of costs of vehicles one of the parastatals in the Ministry purchased. The long-drawn controversy indicated public interest in vetting the conduct of public officials, a welcome development that we suggest should continue.
Working Without FRA
NIGERIA has some laws Nigerians would wonder why they were made. One of them is the Fiscal Responsibility Act, FRA, a 2007 law that expects prudent management of public finances from governments and their agencies.
Stopping Official Lawlessness
THE descent to anarchy, no matter the form it takes, should not be tolerated in any society that law and order guide. Some of the biggest challenges our law face are from the authorities, who stretch the limits of immunity, and constitute themselves into law. They chose which law to obey and the ones that they treat with disdain.
Where FoIA Does Not Apply
THE Lagos State Government, known for its accountability, openness and progressive credentials is in court contesting the right of the public to know how it spent a $90m World Bank facility for improvement of its schools.
Post-Mbu Rivers State
THE re-deployment of Commissioner of Police, Mr Joseph Mbu to Police Headquarters, Abuja, and the posting of CP Joseph Ogunshakin to Rivers State, have heightened expectations that peace would return to the State.
