…A renewed commitment to transparency, accountability, and prudent financial stewardship
The Katsina State Government has successfully concluded a week-long review of its financial investments in Lagos, reaffirming its determination to safeguard public assets and deliver real value to the people.
The exercise, coordinated by the Department of Banking and Finance, commenced on Monday and was formally concluded on Friday.
The delegation was led by Hajiya Bilkisu Sulaiman Ibrahim, Special Adviser to the Governor on Banking and Finance, alongside Alhaji Umar Ibrahim Dutsi, Permanent Secretary of the Department, and Mr. Lawal Sani, Director of Investment.
During the week, the team engaged with 13 registrars of financial institutions and banks where Katsina State holds shares and equity interests. The discussions focused on evaluating the performance, value, and sustainability of these investments to ensure they remain profitable and beneficial to the people of Katsina.
Speaking on the exercise, Hajiya Bilkisu emphasized that accountability must remain central in managing public resources. She explained that the government’s top priority is to ensure that every naira invested on behalf of the people of Katsina is properly safeguarded and made to deliver tangible benefits.
“This is not just about figures on paper,” she said. “It is about securing the future of our people through careful and responsible financial management.”
The delegation will now compile its findings and recommendations into a detailed report to be presented to Governor Dikko Umaru Radda and other key stakeholders. This report is expected to provide a clear roadmap for future policy decisions on investment strategy and portfolio management.
More than a routine exercise, this review equips the government with the tools to make smarter, more impactful financial decisions. It reflects the broader vision of the Katsina State Government—to strengthen fiscal discipline, improve returns on investments, and ensure that public assets are managed with transparency and accountability.
At its core, this initiative represents Governor Radda unwavering commitment to prudent governance and sustainable development built on sound financial practices.
The Lagos review was therefore not just an audit of assets, but a reaffirmation of the Governor’s pledge to manage public resources with integrity, ensuring the people of Katsina State are the ultimate beneficiaries.
