Author: Ini Ememobong

Introduction The demand for accountability from leaders, particularly those entrusted with managing the commonwealth of others, is both necessary and non-negotiable. In constitutional democracies, accountability is not a mere expectation; it is aptly codified within the legal framework to ensure that leaders serve the people transparently and responsibly. In Nigeria, like other constitutional democracies, the processes for ensuring accountability are woven into the fabric of our laws and institutions. Accountability is always demanded from public officials- before, during, and after their tenure. Additionally, in Akwa Ibom state, the Public Accounts Committee of the House of Assembly undertakes a comprehensive review…