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Katsina, Nov. 8, 2016 (NAN) Members of Katsina State Assembly, on Tuesday passed a bill for the establishment of Fiscal Responsibility Commission in the state.
Alhaji Shehu Tafoki representing Faskari constituency, presented the report of the bill for the establishment of the commission before the House.
Presenting the report, Tafoki said that if the bill is accented to by the governor, it would assist the state ensure accountability and adherence to financial best practices in public expenditure.
“The legislation will serve as check to both the state and local government councils by promoting prudence and probity.
“The establishment of Fiscal Responsibility Commission is the final stage in the adoption of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
“The commission will operate at both the state and local government levels,’’ he said.
After the lawmakers had unanimously adopted the report, the Speaker, Alhaji Aliyu Muduru, directed the Clerk of the House to forwared a clean copy of the bill to the governor for his accent.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the bill for the establishment of Fiscal Responsibility Commission was sponsored by Alhaji Abdullahi Mahuta representing Malumfashi Constituency. (NAN)
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Edited by Gregory Mmaduakolam/Archibong Asuquo