Public funds must serve the people – Pres Ali tells Govt officials

President Dr. Irfaan Ali and Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo met with Cabinet members, soon-to-be appointed Regional Executive Officers, Permanent Secretaries, Officers from the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board, and Accounting Officers from all regions on Wednesday to emphasise the government’s continued commitment to accountability, transparency, fiscal prudence, and improved service delivery across all levels of government administration.

The President stressed that a sacred trust accompanies public office and that every dollar spent must be used to advance the welfare of the people and support national development.

All procurement systems, including regional tender boards, are required to operate with full transparency and strict adherence to the law. The Government remains committed to utilizing technological advances such as artificial intelligence to actively monitor procurement processes, improve efficiency, and detect unsavory practices.

The President reiterated that any breaches of financial and procurement procedures, including involvement with multiple companies, will attract severe consequences, including removal from office where necessary.

As emphasised by Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo, every expenditure must be measured against its contribution to the welfare of citizens and national development as the Government strengthens oversight systems, eliminates waste, and upholds accountability, efficiency, and transparency in governance.