The Oluwo of Iwoland has expressed support for the Senate’s decision to summon and question heads of government agencies as part of its constitutional oversight responsibilities, describing the move as a positive step toward strengthening accountability and transparency in public service.
Speaking during a public engagement, the traditional ruler emphasized the importance of ensuring that public institutions remain accountable to the people through their elected representatives. According to him, oversight mechanisms are essential for promoting good governance, preventing abuse of office, and ensuring that government agencies effectively carry out their mandates.
The monarch noted that public officials entrusted with managing national resources and implementing government policies must be willing to provide explanations regarding their activities, expenditures, and performance when called upon by relevant authorities.
He stated that legislative oversight remains a key pillar of democratic governance, adding that constructive engagement between government agencies and lawmakers contributes to improved service delivery and institutional efficiency.
The traditional ruler further stressed that transparency in public administration helps build citizens’ confidence in government institutions. He urged agency heads to view legislative inquiries not as confrontations but as opportunities to demonstrate accountability and showcase achievements recorded under their leadership.
According to him, effective oversight can also help identify operational challenges facing government agencies, enabling policymakers to develop solutions that enhance productivity and public service outcomes.
The Oluwo called on all public office holders to embrace openness and cooperate fully with constitutional institutions tasked with ensuring checks and balances within the democratic system.
He also encouraged lawmakers to conduct oversight functions responsibly, fairly, and in the national interest, emphasizing that such exercises should focus on improving governance rather than pursuing political interests.
Observers believe that the endorsement by the respected traditional ruler highlights the growing public demand for greater accountability, transparency, and efficient management of public resources across all levels of government.
The development has sparked discussions among stakeholders on the importance of strengthening democratic institutions and ensuring that public agencies remain responsive to the needs and expectations of citizens.