I bring you warm regards and commend your administration for the renewed energy, youth inclusion and developmental strides that are gradually redefining governance in Taraba State. Your bold vision and people-oriented policies have given hope to many and repositioned the state on a path toward sustainable progress.
Sir, in the course of my Civic engagements and public commentaries, I have, in recent times, written open letters to some of your commissioners, addressing observable gaps and offering constructive suggestions aimed at strengthening their respective ministries. These letters are written not in criticism but in good faith with the hope that they would serve as catalysts for improved performance and delivery of service under your leadership. I remain committed to this engagement and I am willing to extend such efforts to every ministry where necessary.
However, it has become increasingly apparent that no amount of advice or public engagement can replace the need for financial empowerment of these ministries. A commissioner, no matter how visionary or capable, cannot function effectively without access to the resources required to implement policies and programs. It has been widely alleged that although budgetary provisions for ministries are captured in the overall state budget passed by the House of Assembly, many of these funds are either not approved when requested or not released in a timely manner.
This disconnect between budgetary approval and disbursement creates administrative bottlenecks, hinders progress and ultimately reflects on the pace of your broader vision for the state. In truth, what is an office without the tools and resources required to operate? A ministry without timely funding risks becoming a ceremonial body rather than a functional engine of development.
Furthermore, when these financial constraints persist, there is a growing risk of disillusionment among officials. The perception that commissioners are left without the necessary support to fulfill their duties may lead to internal frustration and raise questions about their relevance within the administration. This unintended neglect can quietly erode the confidence, commitment and morale needed to drive performance.
Your Excellency, I therefore humbly appeal that your administration considers establishing a transparent, responsive and accountable mechanism for the timely release of funds to ministries, once due process has been followed. If the House of Assembly has approved a ministry's budget, the implementation should be as seamless as possible, guided by proper documentation and audit compliance.
Moreover, introducing performance-based benchmarks for fund utilization would not only encourage accountability but also motivate ministries to deliver tangible results. This approach ensures that your administration's investment in each ministry yields maximum impact while maintaining fiscal discipline.
This letter is not a critique but a passionate and patriotic contribution to help fine-tune what is already a promising administration. Taraba State has what it takes to become a national model of excellence and with the right synergy between leadership vision and empowered execution, the results will speak louder than words.
Thank you for your kind attention to this matter. May your tenure continue to reflect the hopes and aspirations of every Taraban.
With sincere respect and support,
Wingate John Sylvester,
A concern Taraban and a registered voter from Mazara polling unit, Bitako Ward, Zing LGA.
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