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The Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) is a statutory agency established by the Nigerian government to ensure fiscal discipline and accountability in the management of the country's finances. The commission was established in 2011 to monitor and enforce compliance with the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) 2007.

The FRC has the following key responsibilities:

  1. Monitoring and enforcement: The commission monitors the fiscal activities of the federal government, states, and local governments to ensure compliance with the FRA and other relevant laws.
  2. Fiscal reporting: The FRC requires all tiers of government to submit regular fiscal reports, which are then reviewed and analyzed to ensure transparency and accountability.
  3. Fiscal policy advice: The commission provides advice to the government on fiscal policy issues, including budgeting, taxation, and debt management.
  4. Debt management: The FRC is responsible for monitoring and advising on the management of Nigeria's debt, including domestic and external debt.
  5. Public financial management: The commission promotes good public financial management practices, including budgeting, accounting, and auditing.
  6. Fiscal transparency: The FRC ensures that government financial information is made publicly available to promote transparency and accountability.

The FRC has the power to:

  1. Issue directives: The commission can issue directives to government agencies to ensure compliance with the FRA and other relevant laws.
  2. Conduct investigations: The FRC can conduct investigations into alleged fiscal irregularities and recommend appropriate actions.
  3. Impose penalties: The commission can impose penalties on government agencies that fail to comply with the FRA and other relevant laws.
  4. Recommend sanctions: The FRC can recommend sanctions against government officials who engage in fiscal misconduct.

Overall, the Fiscal Responsibility Commission plays a crucial role in promoting fiscal discipline and accountability in Nigeria, and its activities are designed to ensure that the country's finances are managed in a transparent, efficient, and effective manner.