Department of Finance and Accounts

The Department of Finance and Administrationis responsible for coordination of the day-to-day administration and finances of the Agency. Its functions include: - Taking care of the General welfare of the staff - Recruitment and promotion - Motivation and Disciplinary actions - Ensuring that all facilities to enhance productivity and efficiency are made available. The Department liaises with the Federal Ministry of Finance, other relevant Ministries, the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation and the Vice- President to ensure that all budgetary provisions accruing to the Agency are released on time. It also ensures that all receipts are made to appropriate authorities and it monitors and maintains records of the account to facilitate periodic audit reports. The Department handles staff salaries and other payments for services rendered to the agency. It is headed by a Director who reports directly to the Director General.