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From Dooshima Terkura, Makurdi
The Director-General of the Benue State Public Procurement Commission (BSPPC), Engr. Comfort Adadu, has sought partnership with the media as a commitment to transparency and accountability in public procurement processes in the state.
The DG who spoke during a courtesy visit to the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Benue State, Tersoo Kula, on Tuesday at Government House, said the procurement laws clearly states that the media should be part of the process, as they are key stakeholders of the commission.
The DG added that in procurement procedures, the government ensures transparency, accountability, and commitment, which can be achieved with the help of the media.
Adadu noted that her visit demonstrates the Commission’s commitment to transparency and accountability in public procurement processes.
She pledged the commitment of BSPPC to continue to plays its vital role in ensuring that public funds are utilized effectively and efficiently across the state.
Responding, the Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula commended the DG for her visit to strengthen ties with the media, beginning with his office, which houses all media houses in Benue.
He emphasized the importance of synergy among the MDAs as always noted by the Governor saying “The media, as the fourth estate of the realm, has the mandate to monitor all activities of the three tiers of government and duly inform the citizenry who eagerly await such feedback.”
Kula who noted that a well-informed society helps in forming a better state and nation, pledged robust media support through his office for the commission’s activities.
The visit had in attendance Special advisor to the Governor on Finance, economic strategy, planning and development, Dr. Dennis Akura, Commissioner for Power, Transportation and Renewable Energy Hon. Barr. Omale Omale, Hon Fidelis Unongo, Special Advisor to the Governor on Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs and Bridget Tikyaa, Principal Special Assistant to the Governor on Media, Publicity and Communications Strategy.
