Accurate Statistics Is Key In The Fight Against Corruption – Kemi Adeosun

Mrs Kemi Adeosun, on Monday said that accurate statistics was key in the fight against corruption and achievement of the Federal Government’s economic recovery and growth plan.

“This committee could not have come at a better time as it coincides with a period of increasing focus and demand for data and statistical information in Nigeria.”

“There is undeniably an increasing recognition of the importance of statistics in governance such as accountability, fighting corruption and policy formulation for national development, especially to achieve the Economic Recovery and Growth Plan of government.”

“It is very important to the extent that it will improve on the level of efficiency in statistical production. This is aimed at promoting the use of best practices and international standards in the production of statistics and management.”

“Members of the newly inaugurated committee include DMO, FIRS, NEXIM, NDIC, CBN and AMCON,’’ she said.

Also talking, the Statistician-General, National Bureau of Statistics, Dr Yemi Kale, urged the Federal Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs) to cooperate with the committee to ensure efficiency in data collection.

“These data will assist the government in economic analysis and planning. It will also assist the government in the economic restructuring of the nation,’’ he said.