In a demonstration of his commitment to transparency, accountability, and sound financial practices in governance, Hon. Thaddeus Atta was in attendance at the recent Public Account and Fiscal Governance Forum, a high-level event focused on strengthening public financial management and institutional accountability in government.
Held under the theme “Enhancing Transparency and Fiscal Responsibility for Sustainable Development,” the event brought together lawmakers, public officials, civil society actors, and financial experts from across the country. Hon. Attah’s presence underscored his unwavering dedication to the principles of open governance and effective legislative oversight.
Speaking briefly at the forum, Hon. Attah emphasized the critical role of public accounts committees and fiscal oversight institutions in curbing waste, leakages, and mismanagement of public funds. He stressed the need for all tiers of government to embrace best practices in budget implementation, auditing, and reporting.
“The time has come for us to not only demand accountability from the executive but to also build strong institutional frameworks that ensure that every naira is accounted for,” he stated.
Throughout the event, Hon. Attah actively participated in discussions and panels that explored issues such as legislative-executive collaboration, fiscal policy reforms, transparency tools, and citizen engagement in public finance monitoring.
His attendance was lauded by stakeholders as a sign of responsible leadership and a proactive approach to ensuring fiscal discipline and democratic accountability in governance.
As fiscal challenges continue to test the resilience of governance structures, Hon. Attah’s engagement with platforms like this further cements his reputation as a lawmaker who is not only concerned with legislation but also with the integrity of public finance and the well-being of the people.