FRC Storms NYSC Camps with Fiscal Discipline Drive, Urges Youth to Champion Accountability
Oru Leonard
The Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), has expanded its grassroots advocacy on prudent financial management, taking its fiscal responsibility campaign to corps members across multiple orientation camps of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) nationwide.
The initiative, which covered camps in the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa State, Niger State, Benue State, Kogi State, and Kaduna State, is aimed at instilling a culture of accountability, transparency, and responsible resource management among young Nigerians.
At the various camps, FRC representatives delivered a keynote address on behalf of the Acting Chairman, Barrister Charles Chukwuemeka Abana, focusing on the theme, “Building a Stronger Nigeria Through Fiscal Responsibility.” The message emphasized the importance of discipline in managing both public and personal finances as a cornerstone for national development.
The Commission commended the Director-General of the NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, for facilitating access to the camps despite the tight orientation schedule, noting that the engagement provided a strategic platform to shape the mindset of future leaders.
According to the FRC, fiscal responsibility goes beyond government policies and budgeting processes, extending to everyday financial decisions by individuals. Officials stressed that developing a culture of discipline in resource utilization is critical to achieving sustainable economic growth.
Established under the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2007, the Commission reiterated its mandate to ensure transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the management of public funds. It highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen oversight of government revenues and expenditures, improve compliance among Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, and deepen public awareness of fiscal discipline.
Despite recorded progress, the Commission maintained that more work lies ahead and called on corps members to take ownership of the campaign. Participants were encouraged to stay informed, advocate responsible financial practices within their communities, and uphold personal integrity in all engagements.
The Commission also drew attention to Section 51 of the Act, which empowers citizens to seek legal enforcement of fiscal responsibility provisions, underscoring the importance of civic participation in governance.
Across the camps, the outreach witnessed active engagement. In Niger State, particularly at the Paiko orientation camp, corps members participated in an interactive session that featured questions and answers, with incentives such as airtime rewards used to encourage participation and reinforce learning.
The campaign concluded with a call on corps members to become ambassadors of fiscal responsibility, promoting transparency and accountability as they contribute to national development during their service year and beyond.
