Maryam Aminu
The Executive Chairman of the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), Barrister Victor Muruako, has called for deeper institutional collaboration among public agencies to enhance transparency, accountability, and prudent financial management in Nigeria. He made this call during a courtesy visit to the Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS), Comptroller Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, at the Service Headquarters in Abuja on Thursday.
In a demonstration of the Commission’s commitment to fostering inter-agency cooperation and promoting fiscal prudence, Barr. Muruako said the visit was aimed at strengthening institutional systems that support financial discipline and efficient resource utilization across the public sector.
“The purpose of this visit is not merely about oversight,” Muruako stated. “It is about building institutional systems that strengthen financial discipline, prevent waste, enhance transparency, and improve the quality of service delivery to Nigerians. The Fiscal Responsibility Commission remains committed to ensuring that every naira of public funds is judiciously applied for the benefit of citizens.”
He commended the NCS leadership for ongoing reforms that enhance correctional administration and rehabilitation, describing them as vital to national development. Muruako also underscored the role of the Correctional Service in improving non-oil revenue through its enterprises and vocational initiatives, which contribute to economic productivity and national stability.
Responding, Comptroller-General Nwakuche expressed appreciation for the FRC’s engagement, acknowledging the importance of fiscal responsibility in public administration. He highlighted ongoing reforms within the Service, including measures to strengthen internal revenue systems and improve operational efficiency despite fiscal constraints.
“We recognize the importance of fiscal responsibility in achieving our mandate,” Nwakuche said. “The Nigerian Correctional Service is determined to uphold the principles of accountability and efficient resource utilization in line with the objectives championed by the Fiscal Responsibility Commission.”
The visit concluded with the signing of the visitors’ register and a group photograph with senior officers of the NCS. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining collaboration that promotes fiscal discipline, institutional efficiency, and sustainable national development.
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