The Niger State governor-elect, Umar Bago, has vowed to disclose how the resources of the state were managed by the current administration of Governor Sani Bello.
Speaking on Thursday while inaugurating three committees that would usher in the incoming administration, Mr Bago said the move was not to witch-hunt anybody but to display transparency and accountability.
He said: “Please be mindful that part of the assignment given to you is an interface with officials of the current government in a view to understanding the position of our dear state financially, economically, and otherwise; and in doing so, we are expected to probe deeply the position of all government books, transactions, as well as commitments therein.
“Remember, accountability is very important in governance, as the trust of the common man in us gave us this mandate.
“We have promised Nigerlites to be accountable, and responsible, to protect them and our resources, irrespective of tribe, religion, or race. To achieve this, we are expected to be professional, diligent, and firm. We need the understanding of all and sundry.
“Let me also remind you that we have no excuse for failure because this is the first major outing of our in-coming administration and we cannot afford to disappoint the people, who are anxiously looking forward to what we have to offer for the improvement of their lives.
“Every step we take and everything we do from today onwards would matter a great deal on how we shall be rated by the people. May Allah help us in all our endeavours. Amin.
“Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, our intentions are clear not negative or personal, but in the interest of Nigerlites because posterity will surely judge us.
“By Allah, we have promised to be professional, honest and we shall afterwards make our finding clear to the public so that upon our exit too, we shall be judged accordingly.”
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