Audit
Auditor-General for Bauchi State
AuG-Bauchi
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Summary
The Auditor-General for Bauchi State is established under Sections 125-128 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended) and the Bauchi State Audit Service Law. The Auditor-General is appointed by the Governor on the advice of the State Civil Service Commission, subject to confirmation by the State House of Assembly. Annual audit reports are submitted to the State House of Assembly.
Independence Scorecard
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Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | Not specified |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Bauchi State Audit Service Law (as enacted by Bauchi State House of Assembly)
- Citation
- Bauchi State Audit Service Law
Jurisdiction scope
All Bauchi State ministries, departments, agencies, and parastatals receiving appropriations from the Bauchi State Consolidated Revenue Fund