By Ed Malik, A | ed@ddnewsonline.com | posted november 18th, 2024
The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the immediate suspension of all consultancy services and related providers in the State’s public service., in a move which may not be unconnected with reducing costs, improving transparency, and enhancing efficiency in public service delivery.
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Although, the governor’s directive did not provide any specific reason or targeted particular areas within this initiative, it may be tied to the new government’s fiscal reforms, new budget directives, or an effort to build in-house capacities.
The statement issued by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, highlighted that the decision was contained in a communication notice issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, saying that; “all financial transactions and related services with affected consultants and service providers are to be put on hold immediately, pending when a Review Committee, established by the Governor, submits its report.
“All Accounting Officers, Heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies are expected to take note and comply strictly with this directive.”
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With no further details by the SSG, it is assumed that this kind of action typically reflects an effort to cut avoidable costs and also, to streamline government processes to ensure that funds are used more effectively for the benefit of the public. Additionally, it helps prevent any potential duplicity, inefficiencies, or corruption that can arise from reliance on external consultants.