President Bola Tinubu has mandated all ministers in his administration to present detailed accounts of their stewardship to Nigerians with immediate effect.
The directive, aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability, was announced by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, February 11.
According to Idris, the ministerial briefings will keep the public informed about the government’s actions and achievements while also giving Nigerians a chance to seek clarifications on key policies and programs.
“These briefings will serve as a platform for ministers to directly engage with Nigerians, highlight key developments in their respective ministries, and address public concerns,” Idris stated.
The directive follows an earlier requirement by President Tinubu, compelling all ministers to sign performance guidelines before their swearing-in, reinforcing the administration’s dedication to good governance. In line with this commitment, the Federal Government has also initiated regular ministerial press briefings to ensure that citizens stay updated on policy decisions and national progress.
Idris further disclosed that ministers would take turns weekly to update Nigerians as part of the ongoing engagement efforts.
“This initiative underscores the government’s responsibility to be accountable to the people, especially as we approach the second anniversary of President Tinubu’s administration,” he added.
