By RhemDy News
The Citizens' Advocacy for Social and Economic Rights (CASER) has hailed the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for responding to its request made in pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, 2011.
CASER said it considered NIMASA's response as a commendable demonstration of respect for the FOI Act and an encouraging indication of the agency's willingness to engage constructively with civil society in matters of public interest.
Executive Director & Lead Advocate
of CASER, Frank Tietie, Esq, gave the commendation in a statement on Monday in Abuja.
Tietie noted that NIMASA has made available a substantial volume of the information and documents requested by CASER in furtherance of its commitment to promoting transparency, accountability and good governance in public institutions.
"We are presently undertaking a thorough review and analysis of the documents supplied. Given the volume and significance of the information received, our assessment will necessarily be careful, objective and comprehensive.
"Upon the conclusion of this review, CASER shall communicate its observations and, where necessary, make further recommendations or take such steps as may be appropriate in the public interest," the executive director pledged.
He described the Freedom of Information Act as a vital instrument for strengthening democratic governance and fostering public confidence in government institutions.
CASER therefore encouraged all public institutions to emulate NIMASA's responsiveness by complying promptly and fully with lawful requests for information.
"We appreciate the management of NIMASA for its cooperation and reaffirm our commitment to constructive engagement in the promotion of transparency, institutional accountability and the rule of law," the statement added.
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