Nasarawa State Launches Digital Transparency Initiative

Nasarawa State has been selected as the pilot for a nationwide digital transparency initiative aimed at increasing public scrutiny of local government finances and operations. Governor Abdullahi Sule launched the program on Thursday in Lafia, targeting the state’s 13 local government areas under the theme: “Deepening Transparency and Accountability at the Grassroots Through Digital Disclosure.” The initiative, developed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission and the National Information Technology Development Agency, will provide dedicated websites for each council, allowing citizens to access information on allocations, expenditures, procurement, and projects.

Governor Sule emphasized the importance of transparency, stating that it would reduce the potential for manipulation of funds. He proposed extending the initiative to the state government to ensure comprehensive tracking of public funds.

The Nasarawa State Information Technology and Digital Economy Agency has been designated as the technical coordinator for the project, which aims to improve governance and promote citizen participation.