By Emmanuel Awari-Jalingo
Professor Seddi Maimako, a renowned accountant, emphasized the importance of accountants’ roles in promoting transparency, accountability, and sustainable economic development during the maiden edition of the Accounting National Conference at Taraba State University, Jalingo.
“Accountants must ensure that public funds are used judiciously and promote transparency and accountability in financial management,” Maimako stressed. He also highlighted the need for tax reforms, enhancing revenue, and effective tax policies to generate revenue.
Maimako noted that accountants play a crucial role in facilitating access to finance for SMEs, promoting sustainable business practices, leveraging technology for financial innovation, and building financial literacy and inclusion.
“Accountants are not merely financial managers; they are architects of economic transformation,” he said. “Let us embrace our roles with dedication, integrity, and innovation. Together, we can transform Nigeria’s fiscal space and pave the way for a prosperous and sustainable future.”
The conference aimed to promote transparency and accountability in financial management, strengthen public sector financial management, and enhance the role of accountants in sustainable economic development.