Background of the Study
Godswill Akpabio, as the Senate President of Nigeria from 2019 to 2023, was at the forefront of legislative budgeting in the National Assembly. His leadership played a significant role in shaping how national budgets were debated, passed, and monitored. The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has always had a unique budgetary requirement, given its status as the nation’s capital and its role in hosting federal government institutions. Akpabio’s leadership in legislative budgeting had a direct impact on the FCT, particularly in ensuring that the budget reflected the needs of Abuja and surrounding areas in terms of infrastructure, social services, and public welfare.
Akpabio’s approach to legislative budgeting in the FCT was designed to prioritize transparency, efficiency, and the equitable distribution of resources. Given the complexity of FCT governance, including its relationship with the federal government and the local authority, the effectiveness of Akpabio’s leadership in legislative budgeting is of great interest. This study aims to explore Akpabio’s contributions to the budgeting process, focusing on how his leadership influenced the allocation and monitoring of funds for the FCT.
Statement of the Problem
While Akpabio’s leadership was marked by significant contributions to the Nigerian National Assembly, concerns regarding the transparency, equity, and allocation of resources in legislative budgeting for the FCT remain. The FCT often faces competing demands from federal authorities, local residents, and businesses, and Akpabio’s ability to navigate these complexities is crucial to the equitable development of the area. This study will examine Akpabio’s leadership style and his influence on legislative budgeting for the FCT, addressing the challenges and successes of his tenure in this regard.
Objectives of the Study
To assess the impact of Godswill Akpabio’s leadership on legislative budgeting for the FCT.
To evaluate the effectiveness of Akpabio’s leadership in ensuring equitable allocation of resources for the FCT.
To identify the challenges and achievements associated with Akpabio’s leadership in legislative budgeting for the FCT.
Research Questions
How did Godswill Akpabio’s leadership affect legislative budgeting for the FCT?
To what extent did Akpabio’s leadership contribute to the equitable allocation of resources for the FCT?
What challenges and successes were experienced under Akpabio’s leadership in legislative budgeting for the FCT?
Research Hypotheses
Godswill Akpabio’s leadership positively impacted legislative budgeting for the FCT.
Akpabio’s leadership led to a more equitable allocation of resources for the FCT.
The implementation of Akpabio’s leadership in legislative budgeting faced challenges but achieved significant successes for the FCT.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study will focus specifically on Godswill Akpabio’s leadership in legislative budgeting for the FCT, from his tenure as Senate President. It will not cover other aspects of his career or focus on other regions of Nigeria. The study is limited to the impact of legislative decisions concerning the FCT during his leadership.
Definitions of Terms
Legislative Budgeting: The process through which the legislature allocates funds for government activities, including national, state, and local government spending.
Equitable Allocation: The fair distribution of resources and funds to ensure that all areas, especially underserved regions, receive an adequate share based on needs and priorities.
Leadership in Budgeting: The role of a leader in guiding, influencing, and overseeing the budgeting process to ensure that it aligns with national priorities and meets the needs of the population.
Chapter One: Introduction
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