OrderPaper Advocacy Initiative has been commended for its “outstanding performance and unwavering commitment” to promoting fiscal transparency and accountability reforms in Nigeria.

OrderPaper was commended for the delivery of the Growth Initiatives for Fiscal Transparency (GIFT) project, an activity under the Strengthening Civil Advocacy and Local Engagement (SCALE) project implemented by Palladium International and funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

The commendation was contained in a letter addressed to the Founder and Executive Director of OrderPaper, Oke Epia, by the Chief of Party, SCALE, Lydia Odeh, on Monday, November 25, 2024.

Odeh stated that the implementation of the GIFT project was a testament to OrderPaper’s high level of organisational capacity, valuable networks, thoroughness, and advocacy skills.

Odeh said: “Your leadership and dedication have not only ensured the smooth execution of your cluster advocacy strategies and activities but have also set a high standard for excellence.

“The professionalism and efficiency demonstrated by OrderPaper and the cluster under your guidance have been truly commendable. Your team’s ability to handle complex tasks with precision and your proactive approach to problem-solving has been instrumental in achieving our overall project goal.”

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According to Odeh, OrderPaper’s “exemplary delivery and proven capacity” significantly contributed to the success of the five-year SCALE project.

She stated that USAID-SCALE “is particularly impressed by your commitment to taking on bigger responsibilities and your readiness to tackle new challenges. Your proven capacity and dedication made OrderPaper an invaluable partner, and we are confident in your ability to continue delivering exceptional results.”

Speaking on the commendation from SCALE, Epia said: “This commendation reflects the collective dedication and hard work of the GIFT Cluster and the entire OrderPaper team. Our success in driving fiscal transparency reforms demonstrates the power of collaborative advocacy and strategic engagement.

“We remain committed to strengthening Nigeria’s public finance management framework and ensuring greater accountability in governance.”

The GIFT project is an initiative focused on evidence-based advocacy to drive policy reforms through public awareness and engagement campaigns promoting anti-corruption and fiscal reforms.

At its core, the project aims to promote Transparency, Accountability, and Good Governance (TAGG) in Public Finance Management, OrderPaper noted.

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