Maryam Aminu
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Gwagwalada Branch popularly known as the Eagle Bar has honoured the Executive Chairman of the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), Victor Muruako, Esq., with an Award of Excellence for his outstanding contributions to the legal profession and his steadfast leadership in promoting fiscal discipline and transparency in Nigeria.
The award presentation took place at the FRC headquarters in Asokoro, Abuja, in a ceremony attended by senior officials of the Commission and a nine-member delegation from the NBA Gwagwalada Branch, led by its Chairman, Barr. Owhor Clever.
Presenting the award, Barr. Clever commended Muruako for his professional excellence, integrity, and transformative leadership at the FRC.
He hailed the Chairman’s efforts in institutionalizing fiscal best practices, describing him as a visionary leader committed to public accountability and national development.
“We are here to celebrate an exemplary public servant whose extraordinary professionalism and achievements in law and governance are legendary,” Barr. Clever said. “We are proud to be associated with such a visionary leader.”
The NBA delegation also used the opportunity to inform the Chairman about key events planned for January 2026, including the annual Law Week, which will focus on mentoring young lawyers in legal professionalism, and a Chief Judge Forum aimed at fostering dialogue among key stakeholders in the legal and judicial space.
Barr. John Adawakum Clement, Secretary of the NBA Gwagwalada Branch, praised the FRC for its recent NYSC Sensitization Programme which he said is playing a crucial role in educating young graduates on fiscal responsibility and economic governance.
He also expressed interest in future collaborations with the Commission to secure expert facilitators for upcoming NBA programmes.
FRC Chairman Victor Muruako, Esq.
In his remarks, FRC Chairman Victor Muruako, Esq., expressed gratitude for the recognition and congratulated the newly elected NBA Gwagwalada leadership.
He described the legal profession as noble and charged lawyers to uphold high ethical standards in both advocacy and governance.
Reaffirming the Commission’s commitment to transparency and fiscal prudence as enshrined in the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) 2007, Muruako emphasized the public’s right to demand accountability.
“Section 51 of the FRA makes it clear that every Nigerian has the right to ask questions and demand transparency in governance without needing to show personal interest,” Muruako said.
“As lawyers, you are uniquely positioned to promote good governance. Whether through litigation, advocacy, or civil society engagement, you hold the tools to ensure public funds are managed responsibly.”
The event concluded with a shared commitment to deepen collaboration between the Fiscal Responsibility Commission and the NBA Gwagwalada Branch in the areas of legal education, governance advocacy, and nation-building.
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