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Imperative Of Fiscal Discipline In Sustaining Economic Growth, Uche Uwaleke
Imperative Of Fiscal Discipline In Sustaining Economic Growth, Uche Uwaleke
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The Nigerian economy technically exited a recession since the second half of 2017 but the growth in GDP has remained weak and fragile. The concept of fiscal discipline can be viewed from three perspectives. The first is by public finance theorist, Richard Musgrave, Another view by John Mikesell (cited in Musgrave and Musgrave, 1989), The third usage by Axelrod extends the coverage of fiscal discipline to legislators. This paper examines why fiscal discipline is essential for Nigeria, experiences of peer countries and imperatives of fiscal discipline for sustaining economic growth
Implications Of The Monetisation Of Civil Service Fringe Benefits On The 2004 Federal Government Budget, Ahmed Y. Mahmud
Implications Of The Monetisation Of Civil Service Fringe Benefits On The 2004 Federal Government Budget, Ahmed Y. Mahmud
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Monetization is the conversion of benefits previously made available in kind to public officers into cash payment. This paper examines the monetization policy introduced in the 2004 Budget, the impact of monetization on the budget and the effect of monetization on beneficiaries. Finally, It must be realized however, that the cost of so me of the benefits that will no longer be provided by the government will have to be made good by the erstwhile beneficiaries. Also, the amounts being paid out for the monetized items are set at less than their market value. While such a measure would exert …
Fiscal Policy Thrust Of The 2004 Budget., Odoko F. O
Fiscal Policy Thrust Of The 2004 Budget., Odoko F. O
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The budget is an important tool of economic management. Usually, it presents estimates of Government revenue and expenditure for a fiscal year. The objective of this paper is to provide an overview of the fiscal policy measures in the 2004 Budget. This paper contains the background to the budget, the policy thrust and the key parameters. It highlights the revenue and expenditure estimates and identifies the policy priorities and prospects. Finally, a good monetary policy is expected to achieve macro economic stability and a sound financial sector if effectively implemented and barring fiscal shocks. Overall, socio-political stability and fiscal discipline …
Monetary And Financial Sector Policies In The Year 2000 Budget Of The Fgn, M. O. Ojo
Monetary And Financial Sector Policies In The Year 2000 Budget Of The Fgn, M. O. Ojo
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The paper attempts to review the monetary and financial sector policies of CBN during the 2000 fiscal year. It also discussed the issues and problems of implementation of the policies. The paper observes that the Nigerian economy witnessed some anxious moments during the 1999 fiscal year. Severe Pressures built-up in the economy mainly because of the expansionary fiscal policy of the Federal Government during the first five months of the year. lf price of oil in the international market continue to rise above budget expectations and expenditure does not rise in tandem, finance is likely to constrain achievement of most …
Remarks On The Focus Of The Policy Seminar., Mike Kwanashie
Remarks On The Focus Of The Policy Seminar., Mike Kwanashie
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The remarked was delivered at a seminar on the implementation of Year 2000 budget.
Highlights Of The Year 2000 Federal Government Budget, Sarah O. Alade
Highlights Of The Year 2000 Federal Government Budget, Sarah O. Alade
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The paper attempts to give the highlights of the year 2000 Federal Government Budget, analysis of the budget, overall balance, composition of the budget expenditure as well as measuring the budget deficit.
Research And Economic Policy In The Nigerian Public Sector., Ojo M. O.
Research And Economic Policy In The Nigerian Public Sector., Ojo M. O.
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The paper examines the role of research for economic policy management in the Nigerian public sector. The subject is treated comprehensively for the information of participants. It further discusses some conceptual issues, the policy framework for economic management, appraisal of policy research in the public sector, the observed problems in national policy research and some proposals for improvement.
Perspective On Medium To Long-Term Outlook For The Nigerian Economy, Ahmed A. Alhaji
Perspective On Medium To Long-Term Outlook For The Nigerian Economy, Ahmed A. Alhaji
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"Perspectives on Medium to Long - term Outlook for the Nigerian Economy". The topic has been designed as a new slant to the familiar subject of Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP). The article provides insight to some of the causes of the economic crises in Nigeria and how it can be avoided.
The President's Address To The Chief Executives Of The Organised Private Sector On The 1991 Budget And Other Related Matters, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida
The President's Address To The Chief Executives Of The Organised Private Sector On The 1991 Budget And Other Related Matters, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida
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This was an address delivered by the formal President of Nigeria, His Excellency, Major General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida. He addresses economic and financial related matters.