The European Union has urged the Sokoto State House of Assembly to strengthen its oversight of public spending, improve legislative capacity, and ensure that approved budgets translate into measurable improvements in the lives of citizens, particularly vulnerable groups. The call was made during a policy dialogue involving the EU, development partners, and lawmakers on budget implementation, legislative effectiveness, social protection, and institutional accountability. The EU stressed that effective legislative oversight is essential to ensuring that public funds are released and utilized for the purposes for which they were appropriated. Michael Juma, Head of UNICEF Field Office in Sokoto, said continuous capacity development is necessary for the Assembly to effectively discharge its constitutional responsibilities.
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