Written by Stevenie Michaels
The Progressive Institute (TPI) in collaboration with the Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Imo State, is set to host a 3-day retreat on Public Sector Governance for officials of local governments in Imo State. The retreat will feature a total of 575 participants, comprising key officials from 27 local government areas of Imo State, including Chairmen, Vice Chairmen, LG Secretaries, Treasurers, Directors of Personnel Management, Councillors, and Supervisory Councillors.
The retreat will cover eight critical areas, including public procurement, public financial management, public service rules, public policy process and communication, public sector ethics and anti-corruption legislation, law-making process at the local government level, revenue generation strategies at the local government level, and monitoring and evaluation of projects at the local government level. These areas are crucial to effective governance and public administration, and the retreat aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their roles.
The Director-General of The Progressive Institute (TPI), Dr. Olanrewaju J. Adebayo, has expressed gratitude to the Governor of Imo State for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the development of Imo State. The Institute has also appealed to the Governor to use his good offices to persuade other APC governors to approve similar programs for The Progressive Institute (TPI) in their respective states. This initiative underscores the Institute's commitment to capacity building and good governance across Nigeria.
The retreat is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their roles. Through a combination of presentations, discussions, and interactive sessions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the critical areas of public sector governance. The retreat will also provide opportunities for participants to share their experiences and best practices, fostering a sense of community and collaboration among local government officials.
Furthermore, the Institute has designed a retreat for party principal officers from ward, local government, and state levels, with a total of 1,713 party principal officers expected to benefit from the program. The retreat is aimed at enhancing the understanding of party officials on critical areas of governance and public administration. This initiative is part of the Institute's efforts to promote good governance and effective public administration across all levels of government.
The Governor of Imo State is expected to officially declare the retreat open, and the Institute looks forward to enriching discussions and outcomes that will emerge from the retreat. The retreat is a significant step towards promoting good governance and effective public administration in Imo State, and the Institute is confident that it will have a lasting impact on the state's development.
The retreat is also expected to provide a platform for participants to engage with experts and resource persons in the field of public sector governance. The Institute has lined up a team of experienced facilitators who will lead the discussions and presentations during the retreat. The facilitators will share their expertise and experiences, providing participants with valuable insights and practical knowledge.
Overall, the retreat is a testament to the Institute's commitment to promoting good governance and effective public administration in Imo State. The Institute is confident that the retreat will achieve its objectives and make a positive impact on the lives of the people of Imo State.
