The Newly Appointed Accountant General of the Federation, Mrs Oluwatoyin Sarikat Madein Visits the Founder and President of Al-Ansar Foundation Dr Mohammed Kyari Dikwa, mni.
The visit, which took place earlier today, aimed to harness Dr. Dikwa’s wealth of knowledge and experience in public sector financial management and seek guidance on key aspects of fiscal policy reforms and administration. Dr. Dikwa, a distinguished figure in the finance sector, is widely acknowledged for his exceptional contributions to treasury management while in service.
In a significant move to establish a strong collaboration and knowledge-sharing relationship, the newly appointed Accountant General of the Federation, Mrs Oluwatoyin Sarikat Madein, paid a visit to the office of Dr. Mohammed Kyari Dikwa, mni, the Founder and President of Al-Ansar Foundation and who was a former Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Finance and one-time Acting Accountant General of the Federation.
During the meeting, Mrs Madein engaged in detailed discussions with Dr. Dikwa on various areas of financial management, including budgeting, revenue generation, and expenditure control, with emphasis on accountability, transparency and prudent management of scarce national resources. The Accountant General expressed her admiration for Dr. Dikwa’s Meritorious career and commended his dedication to fostering transparency and efficiency in fiscal operations.
Mrs Madein emphasized the significance of collaboration and knowledge-sharing among financial experts to promote sustainable economic growth and financial stability. She highlighted the need for continuity in implementing sound financial practices and expressed her commitment to ensuring robust financial management practices.
Dr. Dikwa, in response, expressed his gratitude for the visit and pledged his readiness to support Mrs Madein and the government in their efforts to ensure transparent financial management. He shared valuable insights based on his vast experience and offered guidance on navigating the precarious position of this administration.
The meeting concluded with both parties discussing potential areas of collaboration and partnerships. They expressed mutual interest in exploring joint initiatives that would further strengthen financial management systems and contribute to Nigeria’s economic development.
The visit of the newly appointed Accountant General of the Federation, Mrs Oluwatoyin Sarikat Madein, to Dr. Mohammed Kyari Dikwa’s office signifies the government’s commitment to harnessing the expertise of seasoned professionals in driving financial reforms and fostering sustainable economic growth. Such interactions are crucial in building a solid framework for cooperation between current and former public servants, resulting in the formulation of effective policies and practices that benefit Nigeria’s economy as a whole.
