About the FSCFN

The Forum Of State Commissioners For Finance Of Nigeria (FSCFN) is a strategic assembly of Finance Commissioners from all 36 states of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Established with the goal of fostering collaboration and enhancing the financial governance of Nigerian states, FCFN serves as a unified voice on matters of public finance, fiscal policy, and economic development across the nation.

Mission of the FSCFN

Unity and Cooperation: The Forum aims to promote unity, mutual assistance, and cooperation among its members, who are the Commissioners of Finance from the 36 States of Nigeria and the Director of Finance of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).
Protecting Common Interests: It serves to protect the common interests of its members, particularly in influencing the decisions of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC).
Policy Input: The Forum provides constructive input to ensure the best fiscal and financial policies are formulated and implemented for the benefit of the States and the Federation.
Discouraging Rivalry: It aims to eliminate unhealthy rivalry and divisive tendencies that could undermine the interests of the Forum members.

Vision of the FSCFN

The Vision of the forum shall be to provide a prime platform for unity, cooperation and purposefulness for the commissioners of finance of the 36 states of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Directors of the Finance of capital territory administration.

What We Do

Policy Advocacy: FSCFN actively engages with the Federal Government and other key stakeholders to influence and shape national fiscal policies that affect the states. We advocate for policies that promote equity, fairness, and sustainability in the distribution and use of financial resources.

Capacity Building: We are committed to enhancing the skills and competencies of state finance personnel through training programs, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Our goal is to build a cadre of financial experts who can effectively manage the public finances of their respective states.
Collaboration and Coordination: FSCFN provides a platform for Finance Commissioners to collaborate on common challenges, share best practices, and develop coordinated responses to economic issues. We believe that by working together, we can achieve more than by acting alone.
Research and Analysis: We conduct research and analysis on key financial and economic issues affecting the states, providing data-driven insights that inform policy decisions. Our research efforts are aimed at identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation in public financial management.

Our Core Values

Transparency: We uphold the highest standards of transparency in all our dealings, ensuring that our actions and decisions are open and accountable.
Integrity: Integrity is the cornerstone of our work. We are committed to acting with honesty and ethical principles in all our endeavors.
Collaboration: We believe in the power of collaboration and the strength that comes from working together towards a common goal.
Excellence: We strive for excellence in everything we do, from policy advocacy to capacity building, ensuring that our contributions make a meaningful impact.