Chief Dr. Habibat Oyiza Tijjani Onumoko to Receive Award as State Accountant General of the Year
By Ahiaba Douglas- ABUJA Chief Dr. Habibat Oyiza Tijjani Onumoko, the Accountant General of Kogi State, has been selected to receive the prestigious award for “State Accountant General of the Year” by Democracy Newsline Newspaper.
The award recognises Dr. Onumoko’s outstanding performance in public financial management, transparency, and the implementation of fiscal reforms that have strengthened accountability in Kogi State.
Since assuming office, she has championed digitalization of government accounts, timely payment of salaries and pensions, and strict adherence to due process in financial reporting. Her leadership has also improved the state’s rating on budget performance and compliance with national financial standards.
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Announcing the honour, the Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of the Newspaper, Chief Olugbemi Femi, said Dr. Onumoko was nominated for her professionalism, integrity, and dedication to prudent management of public resources.
“Chief Dr. Habibat Oyiza Tijjani Onumoko has redefined the office of the Accountant General in Kogi State. Through her reforms and commitment to transparency, she has ensured that public funds are properly managed for the benefit of the people. She is most deserving of this recognition,” Chief Femi stated.
The award will be presented on Wednesday, 19th August, 2026 at 5:00pm during the Democracy Newsline Newspaper 16th Public Lecture and Induction into the Good Governance Hall of Fame holding at the Banquet Hall, National Merit House, Maitama, Abuja.
The event marks the 27th Anniversary of Uninterrupted Democracy in Nigeria and is themed: “Economic Reform and Sustainable Development in a Democracy: The Nigeria Experience.”
A keynote address will be delivered by Mukadam Asiwaju Asiru Idris, FCA, Honourable Commissioner for Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Kogi State.
Chairperson of the occasion is Chief (Mrs) Moji Makanjuola, Veteran Broadcaster.
Special Guest of Honour is Hon. Mohammed Idris, Honourable Minister, Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation.
Patron is HRH Akogun Isiaq Ajibola, Former MD/CEO, Daily Trust Limited.
Grand Patron is Hon. Durosinmi Meseko, Former Member, Federal House of Representatives.
The Board, Management and Staff of Democracy Newsline Newspaper invite government officials, financial professionals, and stakeholders in Kogi State to the landmark event.
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(DEMOCRACY NEWSLINE NEWSPAPER 15TH AUGUST, 2026)
