Kano Deputy Governor Encourages New DPMs, Treasurers to Drive LGA Transformation Agenda

By Mustapha Salisu

During a two-day workshop held in Kaduna on Saturday, Kano State Deputy Governor, Comr. Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, emphasized the significant responsibility placed on the newly appointed Directors of Personnel Management (DPMs) and Treasurers, quoting, “That whom much is given, in return much is expected.”

The workshop, themed “Local Government Budget Book To Reflect The Six (6) Segments of The Chart Account (IPSAS) In Kano State,” centered on the imperative adoption of the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) in Kano State, particularly concerning the local government budget book.

IPSAS guides the accurate reflection of six segments in the chart of accounts: assets, liabilities, equity, revenues, expenses, and transfers. Implementing these standards is crucial to restoring integrity in the state’s local governments.

Deputy Governor Gwarzo, who also serves as the Commissioner of the Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, highlighted the Abba Kabir Yusuf-led administration’s commitment to revitalizing the integrity of the Local Government Areas in Kano state.

He stressed the vital role of LGAs in community and state development, underscoring the government’s substantial investment in sponsoring this workshop to equip the new administrators for forthcoming challenges in their respective LGAs.

Gwarzo urged the DPMs and treasurers to actively engage and absorb the knowledge imparted during the training, emphasizing their pivotal roles as drivers of the LGA transformation agenda.

Deputy Governor Gwarzo, while encouraging them to embrace digital tools in line with the ongoing era of digital transformation, he stated “Your responsibilities are significant; therefore, your dedication is paramount for the development of your respective LGAs”

While congratulating the newly appointed DPMs, Deputy Gwarzo cautioned against absenteeism, reiterating the government’s zero-tolerance policy toward any negligence in duty.

Addressing the workshop earlier, The Director of Training, Jamaludeen Muhammad disclosed that the training aimed to enhance the participants’ mindset for improved service delivery in their respective LGAs, contributing to the overall development of Kano state.

He urged their active participation, highlighting how training and promotions aim to equip administrators with new knowledge and skills.