The Impact of Performance-Based Accounting on Service Delivery in Nigerian Ministries: A Case Study of the Ministry of Water Resources
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Background of the Study
Performance-based accounting is a financial management approach that aligns resource allocation with measurable outcomes. By linking expenditures to performance metrics, this system promotes accountability and efficiency in public sector operations (IMF, 2023). The Ministry of Water Resources in Nigeria oversees critical projects aimed at improving water access and management, making performance-based accounting crucial for evaluating service delivery.
However, issues such as poor monitoring, lack of performance benchmarks, and inefficiencies in resource allocation have limited the effectiveness of service delivery within the ministry (Okoro & Bello, 2024). This study investigates the impact of performance-based accounting on service delivery in the Ministry of Water Resources.
Statement of the Problem
Service delivery in the Ministry of Water Resources is hampered by inefficiencies in resource allocation, inadequate performance monitoring, and lack of accountability. While performance-based accounting offers a solution to these issues, its implementation remains inconsistent, limiting its potential to improve service outcomes (Agbo & Musa, 2025).
This study examines the impact of performance-based accounting on service delivery, identifying successes and challenges within the Ministry of Water Resources.
Objectives of the Study
- To assess the implementation of performance-based accounting in the Ministry of Water Resources.
- To evaluate the impact of performance-based accounting on service delivery in the ministry.
- To identify challenges and propose strategies for improving performance-based accounting practices.
Research Questions
- How is performance-based accounting implemented in the Ministry of Water Resources?
- What is the impact of performance-based accounting on service delivery in the ministry?
- What challenges hinder the effective implementation of performance-based accounting in the ministry?
Research Hypotheses
- Performance-based accounting significantly improves service delivery in the Ministry of Water Resources.
- Challenges such as poor monitoring and lack of benchmarks limit the effectiveness of performance-based accounting.
- Enhanced accountability frameworks improve the impact of performance-based accounting on service delivery.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on performance-based accounting in the Ministry of Water Resources. Limitations include limited access to internal performance data and potential resistance from stakeholders.
Definitions of Terms
- Performance-Based Accounting: A financial management system that links resource allocation with performance outcomes.
- Service Delivery: The provision of essential services such as water management by government institutions.
- Ministry of Water Resources: A Nigerian government ministry responsible for water resource management and infrastructure development.
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