Katsina State Governor, Dr Dikko Radda, has tasked accounting professionals with upholding integrity, promoting transparency, and embracing innovation in the management of public finances.

Radda stated this on Monday at the Mandatory Continuing Professional Development (MCPD) programme of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) in the state.

He said, “As accountants and finance experts, your work influences the heartbeat of our economy.”

“We need you now more than ever to uphold transparency, professionalism, and innovation,” the governor said.
The governor also acknowledged ANAN’s role in supporting the capacity development of state accountants and financial managers.

“You have helped us build a more professional public service,” Radda said, adding, “Let us now move together towards building a system that delivers real value to citizens.”

Radda highlighted ongoing financial reforms in the state, citing the implementation of the Treasury Single Account (TSA), the establishment of a Fiscal Responsibility Commission, and the state’s adoption of the Open Government Partnership (OGP) as key milestones.

“We are determined to deepen transparency and enhance institutional effectiveness. Our reform is not cosmetic — it is structural,” the governor added.

He commended ANAN for bringing the event to the state and praised the organisation’s role in building professional capacity within public institutions.

He noted that many key offices and MDAs in the state are headed by ANAN members who were appointed based on merit and proven competence.

Speaking in her address, President and Chairman of ANAN Council, Zuwaira Talatu, highlighted the importance of taxation in national development, which cannot be overemphasised.

Talatu, therefore, called on accountants to lead the way in compliance, fairness, and innovation.

She observed that “Technology and integrity must now go hand in hand. We must be bold in driving reforms.”

On his part, the state branch Chairman of ANAN, Shu’aibu Aliyu, said the MCPD is an essential platform for keeping professionals up to date with global best practices.

“The focus on taxation and regulatory compliance couldn’t be more timely. Our profession must stay ahead of changing financial landscapes,” Aliyu said.

Aliyu commended the state government’s reforms in land administration, digital innovation, and fiscal discipline.