Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on public officials to document their service to the nation, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability in Nigeria's public service. He made this call at the public presentation of a book titled "OPL 245: The Inside Story of the $1.3 Billion Oil Block" in Abuja.
Key Points
- Transparency and Accountability: Shettima stressed that public servants live under perpetual scrutiny and should account for their stewardship, as life itself is a litigation with no end and no final adjournment in the pursuit of justice.
- Documenting Public Service: He highlighted the need for public officials to document their experiences and decisions to preserve national memory and confront the judgment of history.
- Breaking the Culture of Silence: The Vice President described the culture of secrecy in Nigeria's public institutions as a form of silence that must be broken, emphasizing that public officials' stories belong not just to them, but to the nation and history.¹ ²
Significance
- Good Governance: Shettima's call is seen as a push for good governance and accountability in Nigeria's public service.
- National Development: By documenting their stewardship, public officials can contribute to the country's national development and help build trust in government institutions.³
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