By Hussaini Ibrahim
Kano State Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Isma’ila Aliyu Danmarya, says his Ministry is determined to equip its workers with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their jobs efficiently and effectively.
The Commissioner announced the development during the opening of a three-day Organizational Capacity Assessment organized for management staff of the Ministry in conjunction with the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE).
“This assessment is not merely a procedural requirement, it is a strategic way for the continued growth and effectiveness of our Ministry.”
The development was contained in a statement by Ameen Kabeer Yassar, the Director Public Enlightenment of the ministry, which was made available to The Triumph.
According to the statement, the event, held at R & K Palace, Zaria, Kaduna State, the Commissioner maintained that in a rapidly evolving financial landscape, the ability to adapt, innovate, and operate with utmost efficiency is paramount, which the training aims to provide.
Dr. Danmarya explained that the objectives of the training include identifying strengths, pinpointing gaps and developing a Targeted Institutional Development Plan.
“The findings of this assessment will not be used to evaluate individuals, but rather to understand the collective capabilities of the Ministry as a whole.
“The ultimate goal is to ensure that we are well-equipped to meet the complex challenges of fiscal management, revenue generation, and economic development that focuses on building the Ministry as an institution,” he asserted.
According to him, “The training and development programs that result from this assessment will be tailored to address the specific needs identified, ensuring that they are relevant, practical, and directly contribute to enhancing our collective effectiveness.”
He expressed optimism that the Organizational Capacity Assessment will serve as a catalyst for positive change, empowering the Ministry of Finance to deliver on its mandate with greater efficiency, transparency, and impact.
The Commissioner appreciated the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) Project for its invaluable support to this exercise, pointing out that the partnership has been instrumental in providing technical expertise and capacity building to his Ministry and Kano State.
He thanked the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his commitment to accountability, transparency and good governance, charging the participants at the training to ensure that the Ministry of Finance continues to play a leading role in the economic prosperity of Kano.
On his part, the Team Lead, PACE, Auwalu Hamza, assured that the project would continue to support the government of Kano State to achieve its development aspirations.
