FIC Report (Edo State) – Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has assured that his administration will continue to collaborate with the Federal Government to accelerate development in the state.
Okpebholo gave the assurance on Wednesday while receiving the Accountant-General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Madein, who paid a courtesy visit to Government House, Benin City.
The Governor commended President Bola Tinubu for his unwavering interest in Edo State, noting that the state has recorded significant developmental strides under his administration.
“Since President Tinubu adopted Edo as his second home, we have witnessed a lot of growth. Working closely with the Federal Government, Edo will become the envy of other states, and we trust God to direct our path as a State,” he said.
Okpebholo also hailed Madein’s leadership at the Office of the Accountant-General, describing her appointment as a step in the right direction. He said the accounting expert has improved the system since she came on board.
“She is a due process person, and since assuming office, she has brought remarkable improvements to the system. Her work ethic shows that she is the right person for the job,” he said.
The Governor expressed gratitude to the Tinubu administration for prioritizing Edo’s development despite political differences, adding that the Heartbeat of the Nation has experienced a lot of developmental strides. According to Governor Okpebholo, working in collaboration with the Federal Government, his administration would remain committed to delivering people-oriented projects.
Earlier, the Accountant-General said her visit was part of a nationwide assessment of Federal Pay Offices across the six geopolitical zones.
“We are evaluating Federal Pay Offices in each zone, and Edo State was chosen for this region. We are also constructing a new building to house the Federal Pay Office, which will serve as a replica of the Treasury House of the Federal Government in the state,” she explained.
Madein stated that Federal Pay Offices play a critical role in treasury management for all. “The Federal Pay Offices perform the role of treasury management to all the Federal institutions across the states, ensuring transparency and accountability in financial operations.”
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Egwaoje Amarachi Linda
FIC, Benin
