Lagos State in Nigeria has announced plans to develop a training curriculum designed to enhance the professional capacity of accountants within the region.  

This initiative is part of the government’s aim to improve financial management, accountability, and service delivery across its Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). 

During a technical meeting with directors and heads of Finance and Accounts statewide in Lagos, the State Treasury Office permanent secretary and accountant-general of Lagos State, Abiodun Muritala disclosed the advanced plans for the training programme.  

The programme aims to equip accountants with new financial skills, technological innovations, and global best practices in public sector accounting. 

The training is tailored to meet the evolving demands of financial management, especially in the effective handling of public funds.  

The government also plans to incorporate emerging trends in financial technology and AI into the curriculum to prepare accountants for the future of financial management. 

Muritala said: “This training curriculum will cover key areas such as financial reporting, auditing, risk management, and the use of digital tools for efficient financial planning and analysis. It underscores the present administration’s commitment to strengthening financial processes and ensuring the prudent management of public funds.  

“By investing in continuous learning and professional development, we are setting new standards for financial excellence in Lagos State.” 

The newly appointed permanent secretary in the State, Tajudeen Mahmud, emphasised the importance of capacity development for accountants.  

He encouraged accountants to be ready for more reforms and advancements in their profession and to adopt the ongoing digital transformation, stressing that financial managers must keep pace with technological progress.