The head of Nigeria’s National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has called for a renewed focus on responsible financial management.
Halilu addressed NASENI’s finance managers during a workshop on the Government Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS). He emphasized the importance of effective resource management, highlighting NASENI’s role as a steward of public funds.
Halilu addressed NASENI’s finance managers during a workshop on the Government Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS). He emphasized the importance of effective resource management, highlighting NASENI’s role as a steward of public funds.
Key Takeaways from the Workshop:
- Accurate Record-Keeping and Innovation: The workshop aimed to equip financial managers with the skills and knowledge to implement best practices in financial record-keeping and utilize innovative processes as outlined by GIFMIS.
- Staff Training and Development: Investing in staff training was identified as crucial for ensuring NASENI’s financial personnel can excel in their roles. This will contribute to making NASENI a more attractive employer within the Nigerian public sector.
- Confidentiality and Integrity: Strict adherence to public service regulations regarding the handling of sensitive financial information was stressed. Upholding data confidentiality is paramount for maintaining trust and transparency.
- Collaboration, Creation, Commercialization: Halilu reiterated NASENI’s core principles: Collaboration, Creation, and Commercialization. He expressed confidence that these principles, coupled with sound financial management, will propel NASENI towards achieving its goals and aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope Agenda.”
Focus on Long-Term Sustainability:
The workshop also saw a call for NASENI to explore ways to become an independent revenue-generating agency. This shift would ensure the organization’s long-term financial sustainability.
Overall, the workshop highlights NASENI’s commitment to strengthening accountability and transparency in its financial operations.
