ECOWAS is conducting its second phase of Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) training for regional focal points, running from July 21–25 in Lagos.
Co-organized by the Budget, Strategic Planning, and Human Resources directorates, the workshop aims to strengthen officials’ skills in aligning public spending with ECOWAS Vision 2050 goals.
Director of Budget and Treasury Mr. Molokwu Azikiwe emphasized the MTEF’s role in driving citizen-focused resource allocation: “This framework enhances dialogue to improve public resource utilization.” Representing Vice President Damtien Tchintchibidja, Strategic Planning Director Mr. Musa Gbogboto stressed the need for institutional alignment: “Understanding MTEF links directorates’ activities to Vision 2050 and community projects.”
The GIZ-supported program concludes Phase 2 this week, with Phase 3 commencing immediately to train additional personnel. The initiative reinforces ECOWAS’ commitment to standardized fiscal governance and strategic resource management across member states.