New accountant general of the federation
The Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF) is a high-ranking official in the Federal Ministry of Finance in Nigeria. The AGF is responsible for overseeing the financial management of the federal government and ensuring that public funds are properly accounted for and utilized efficiently.
As of 2023, the Accountant-General of the Federation is Ahmed Idris. He was appointed to the position in 2018 by President Muhammadu Buhari.
Ahmed Idris is a seasoned accountant with over 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors. He has held various positions in the Federal Ministry of Finance, including Director of Finance and Accountant-General of the Federation.
As AGF, Idris is responsible for:
- Overseeing the preparation of the federal government's budget and ensuring that it is implemented effectively.
- Managing the federal government's finances, including the collection and disbursement of revenue.
- Ensuring that public funds are properly accounted for and utilized efficiently.
- Providing financial advice to the federal government and its agencies.
- Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and laws, including the Public Procurement Act and the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Under Idris' leadership, the AGF's office has implemented several initiatives aimed at improving financial management and transparency in the federal government. These include the introduction of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) system, which has helped to streamline the federal government's financial operations and reduce the risk of financial mismanagement.
Idris has also been instrumental in promoting transparency and accountability in the federal government's financial operations. He has worked closely with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate and prosecute cases of financial misconduct and corruption.
Overall, Ahmed Idris has been a key player in the federal government's efforts to improve financial management and transparency in Nigeria. His experience and expertise have been invaluable in helping to ensure that public funds are properly accounted for and utilized efficiently.