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The Role of Financial Audits in Enhancing Accountability in Public Secondary Education: A Case Study of Ogun State

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Background of the Study

Accountability in public secondary education is essential for ensuring that resources are utilized effectively to achieve educational goals. Financial audits serve as a critical mechanism for promoting accountability, transparency, and compliance with financial regulations (Adeyemi & Ogundipe, 2023). In Ogun State, Nigeria, public secondary schools are funded by government allocations and donor contributions. However, allegations of financial mismanagement and lack of accountability have raised concerns about the efficient use of these resources.

Financial audits help identify discrepancies, detect fraud, and ensure that financial practices align with established standards (Okafor & Ibe, 2024). Despite the importance of audits, public secondary schools in Ogun State face challenges such as inadequate audit coverage, delays in audit processes, and limited implementation of audit recommendations. These issues undermine efforts to build trust and confidence in the management of public funds.

While previous studies have explored the role of financial audits in corporate governance, limited research exists on their impact in the educational sector (Eke & Adeola, 2025). This study investigates the role of financial audits in enhancing accountability in public secondary schools in Ogun State, focusing on their effectiveness, challenges, and implications for policy.

Statement of the Problem

The efficient management of public funds in secondary education is crucial for achieving educational objectives. However, public secondary schools in Ogun State have been plagued by issues such as financial mismanagement, inadequate resource allocation, and lack of accountability (Adeyemi & Ogundipe, 2023). Financial audits, which are meant to address these issues, are often underutilized or poorly implemented.

Furthermore, delays in the audit process and limited enforcement of audit recommendations have reduced the effectiveness of financial audits in enhancing accountability (Okafor & Ibe, 2024). This study seeks to address these challenges by examining the role of financial audits in promoting accountability in public secondary schools in Ogun State.

Objectives of the Study

  1. To examine the effectiveness of financial audits in enhancing accountability in public secondary schools in Ogun State.
  2. To identify challenges faced in the implementation of financial audits.
  3. To propose strategies for improving the role of financial audits in public secondary education.

Research Questions

  1. How effective are financial audits in enhancing accountability in public secondary schools in Ogun State?
  2. What challenges are faced in the implementation of financial audits?
  3. What strategies can improve the role of financial audits in public secondary education?

Research Hypotheses

  1. H₀: Financial audits do not significantly enhance accountability in public secondary schools in Ogun State.
  2. H₀: Challenges in the implementation of financial audits do not significantly affect their effectiveness.
  3. H₀: Proposed strategies for improving financial audits do not significantly enhance accountability.

Scope and Limitations of the Study

This study focuses on public secondary schools in Ogun State, examining the role of financial audits in enhancing accountability. Private schools are excluded from the scope. Limitations include potential reluctance of school administrators to provide access to audit reports and variations in audit practices across schools.

Definitions of Terms

  • Financial Audits: Independent examinations of financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Accountability: The obligation of an institution to account for its financial activities and ensure responsible resource use.
  • Public Secondary Education: Government-funded secondary education accessible to the public.




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