A public procurement training workshop has commenced in Dosso, aimed at strengthening the capacities of state control bodies. The ten-day program is designed specifically for Conseillers and Vérificateurs of the Cour des Comptes. Its objective is to bolster the oversight capabilities of these key state institutions in the region. The training seeks to enhance the skills required for effective public expenditure management and accountability, ultimately contributing to improved governance and transparency in the use of public funds. This specialized training is a key step in reinforcing the mechanisms of state control over public spending.
Key Figures Inaugurate Workshop
M. Oumarou Magagi Tanko, President of the First Chamber of the Court of Accounts, presided over the opening ceremony of the public procurement training workshop. He stated that public procurement represents "both an essential instrument of public action and a lever for economic development." Tanko emphasized the importance of proactive measures, noting, "It is not enough to observe an irregularity once it has occurred. It is above all important to be able to identify risk factors and put in place mechanisms to prevent their occurrence." His remarks showed the critical role of strong oversight in ensuring the integrity of public financial management.
Attendees at the inauguration included M. Maïga Mahamadou Ali, Director General of ARCOP, the President of the National Council for Public Procurement Regulation (CNRCP), and M. Mossi Mahamadou, Secretary General of the Dosso region. This gathering of high-level officials noted the significance attached to the training initiative. Maïga Mahamadou Ali addressed the participants, asserting, "Your contributions must significantly improve public procurement regulations." The presence of these prominent figures signaled a unified commitment from various state bodies to enhance accountability within the procurement system.
Addressing Procurement Vulnerabilities
M. Oumarou Magagi Tanko, President of the First Chamber of the Court of Accounts, noted several vulnerabilities within the public procurement system that the training seeks to address. These include the fragmentation of orders (fractionnement des commandes), favoritism (favoritisme), collusion, overbilling (surfacturation), and inadequacies in contract monitoring (insuffisances dans le suivi des contrats). Tanko emphasized that identifying these risk factors is key for preventing financial mismanagement and corruption. "It is not enough to observe an irregularity once it has occurred," Tanko stated in French. "It is above all important to be able to identify risk factors and put in place mechanisms to prevent their occurrence." This preventative approach is central to the training's curriculum.
M. Mossi Mahamadou, Secretary General of the Dosso region, affirmed that combating corruption, the embezzlement of public funds, and impunity forms the fundamental basis of current governmental action. This stance shows the administrative commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in public spending, aligning with the objectives of the training program. The regional secretary's remarks reinforced the government's broader strategy to enhance governance through rigorous oversight mechanisms and to foster a culture of integrity across all levels of public administration. The fight against these illicit practices is a cornerstone of the national development agenda.
Commitment to Integrity and Development
The training workshop commenced on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in Dosso, bringing together key figures from public procurement and control bodies. M. Maïga Mahamadou Ali, Director General of the Regulatory Authority for Public Procurement and Public Service Delegations (ARCOP), noted his organization's ongoing efforts in capacity building. He stated that ARCOP regularly organizes workshops for various stakeholders involved in public procurement and for control bodies, emphasizing a continuous commitment to enhancing the system. These regular initiatives demonstrate ARCOP's dedication to fostering a well-informed and compliant public procurement environment.
Ali showed the importance of the participants' roles in strengthening regulations. "Your contributions must significantly improve public procurement regulations," he affirmed, addressing the attendees. This initiative aligns with broader governmental objectives to ensure transparency and accountability in public expenditure. The workshop's timing and focus reflect a strategic push to reinforce state control mechanisms, particularly in a region identified for its historical significance and ongoing development efforts. The multi-day program is designed to provide practical skills and knowledge to address vulnerabilities and promote integrity within the procurement process, thereby ensuring that public funds are utilized efficiently and ethically for national development.
Call for Enhanced Oversight
The highest authorities of the State, Son Excellence le Général d’Armée Abdourahamane Tiani, President of the Republic, and Son Excellence le Premier Ministre Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine, prioritize probity and integrity in governance. Public procurement, recognized as the 'bras armé du développement' (armed wing of development), plays a key role in these national objectives. This emphasis shows the government's commitment to ensuring transparent and efficient use of public funds, recognizing that effective procurement is fundamental to achieving sustainable economic growth and improving public services. The training in Dosso is a direct manifestation of this high-level commitment to good governance and responsible financial management.