Governor affirms commitment to transparency
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo yesterday said his administration would continue to be committed to transparency and prudent financial management. He said he engaged qualified professionals, particularly chartered accountants, in
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo yesterday said his administration would continue to be committed to transparency and prudent financial management.
He said he engaged qualified professionals, particularly chartered accountants, in managing the state’s finances.
He said his decision to retain key financial officers upon assumption of office was based on competence and integrity.
The governor spoke when he received the leadership of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) at the Government House, Benin City.
He said the state’s consistent top ranking on the accountability index reflected his administration’s commitment to transparency. Welcoming the delegation, Okpebholo expressed delight at hosting the body, noting his long-standing interest in the accounting profession.
He emphasised the close relationship between accounting and his background in ICT, describing both as disciplines that demand precision and integrity.
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“I believe in keeping people with proven integrity. Your profession does not allow room for misconduct, and that is critical in governance,” he said, adding that his administration would consider employing more accountants to strengthen financial systems in the state.
He congratulated the incoming ICAN president, Hajia Seghosime and assured her of the state government’s support.
President of ICAN and Chairman of Council, Haruna Yahya, presented the institute’s incoming president, Hajia Queensley Seghosime, an indigene of Edo State.
Yahya said the visit was part of ICAN’s tradition of engaging stakeholders across states.
He commended Edo State Government for its prudent financial management, revealing that the state consistently ranks high on ICAN’s accountability index.
“Edo State has remained at the top base on our independent assessments over the past five years.”
