Xisaabiyaha Guud: Nidaamka Mushaharka iyo Aqoonsiga Qaranka waxaa laga wadaa in la isku xiro
Xafiiska Xisaabiyaha Guud ee Dowladda Soomaaliya ayaa u wargeliyay Wasaaradda Maaliyadda, Hay'adda Shaqaalaha Rayidka iyo NIRA qorshe lagu isku xiriirinayo Nidaamka Mushahar-bixinta iyo Nidaamka Aqoonsiga Qaranka. Tijaabada nidaamka waxaa loo qorsheeyay inay bilaabato 1-da Oktoobar 2026.
Qorshaha Isku-xirka iyo Jadwalka Hirgelinta
Xafiiska Xisaabiyaha Guud ee Dowladda Soomaaliya ayaa Wasaaradda Maaliyadda, Hay'adda Shaqaalaha Rayidka Dowladda iyo Hay'adda Aqoonsiga iyo Diiwaangelinta Qaranka (NIRA) ku wargeliyay qorshe lagu isku xiriirinayo Nidaamka Mushahar-bixinta Dowladda (Payroll/SFMIS) iyo Nidaamka Aqoonsiga Qaranka ee NIRA.
Warqad ku taariikhaysan 29-ka Agoosto 2026 ayaa lagu sheegay in hirgelinta nidaamka cusub ay bilaaban doonto 1-da Oktoobar 2026, iyadoo marka hore la sameynayo tijaabo (Pilot Test). Intaas kadib, nidaamka ayaa si tartiib-tartiib ah loogu ballaarin doonaa dhammaan hay'adaha dowladda, iyadoo la soo gabagabeeyo 31-ka Diseembar 2027.
Ujeeddooyinka Nidaamka Cusub
Xafiiska Xisaabiyaha Guud ayaa sheegay in isku-xirka labada nidaam uu muhiim u yahay xaqiijinta xogta shaqaalaha dowladda, hubinta mushaharka iyo la-dagaallanka shaqaalaha aan jirin (ghost workers) iyo khaladaadka ka dhalan kara nidaamka mushahar-bixinta.
Tallaabadaas waxay ka mid tahay dadaallada lagu sugayo hufnaanta maaliyadda dowladda. Isku-xirka xogta aqoonsiga iyo mushaharka waxay fududaynaysaa kormeerka shaqaalaha iyo yaraynta kharashaadka aan loo baahnayn ee ay keeni karaan diiwaan-galo been abuur ah.
Shuruudaha Diiwaangelinta Shaqaalaha
Warqadda ayaa sidoo kale lagu caddeeyay in shaqaalaha aan hay'adaha NIRA ka diiwaangashanayn ama aan xogtooda si sax ah loo xaqiijin karin aan lagu dari doonin nidaamka mushahar-bixinta marka nidaamka cusub si rasmi ah u dhaqan galo.
Qodobkani wuxuu dhigayaa in hay'adda NIRA ay go'aaminayso kuwa xaqa u leh mushaharka dowladda. Shuruuddaas waxay xoojinaysaa nidaamka aqoonsiga qaranka isla markaana ka hortagaysaa bixinta mushaar shaqaale aan dhab ahayn.
Somalia's Office of the Auditor General has formally notified the Ministry of Finance, the Civil Servants Authority, and the National Identity Registration Authority (NIRA) of a plan to integrate the government payroll system with the national identity database, aiming to eliminate ghost workers and verify civil servant data.
Integration Plan Unveiled
On August 29, 2026, the Office of the Auditor General issued a directive to key government bodies outlining a strategy to connect the government payroll system, known as SFMIS, with NIRA's national identity verification platform. The initiative is designed to create a unified digital framework that cross-references employment records with verified national identity data, ensuring that only legitimate civil servants are included in the payroll. This move represents a significant step toward modernizing Somalia's public financial management and reducing vulnerabilities in the state's payroll.
The directive specifies that the implementation of this integrated system will commence on October 1, 2026, beginning with a pilot test phase. Following the successful completion of this trial period, the system will be gradually rolled out to all government agencies across the country. The entire rollout process is scheduled to be finalized by December 31, 2027, marking a comprehensive overhaul of how the government manages its workforce and financial obligations.
Combating Ghost Workers and Fraud
The Office of the Auditor General emphasized that linking the payroll system with NIRA is crucial for verifying civil servant data, validating salary payments, and combating the issue of ghost workers—individuals who appear on payroll but do not actually work for the government. By cross-referencing employment records with the national identity database, the government aims to identify and remove fraudulent entries, thereby safeguarding public funds from misappropriation and ensuring that taxpayer money reaches its intended recipients.
Furthermore, the directive clearly states that any civil servants who are not registered with NIRA or whose data cannot be accurately verified will not be included in the payroll system once it becomes fully operational. This strict criterion ensures that only those with confirmed national identity status will receive government salaries, effectively closing loopholes that have historically allowed unauthorized individuals to access public funds.
Path Forward for Government Reform
The integration of the payroll system with NIRA marks a pivotal moment in Somalia's efforts to strengthen its public financial management and enhance transparency in government operations. By leveraging technology to verify the identities of civil servants, the government is taking a proactive approach to addressing long-standing challenges related to payroll fraud and inefficiency. This initiative is expected to set a precedent for other government agencies to adopt similar measures, fostering a culture of accountability and integrity within the public sector.
As the pilot test phase approaches, stakeholders across the government are encouraged to prepare for the upcoming changes. The successful implementation of this integrated system will not only improve the accuracy of payroll records but also contribute to broader goals of good governance and fiscal responsibility in Somalia. The timeline set by the Auditor General provides a clear roadmap for achieving these objectives, with the full rollout expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
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Sawir: Goobjoog Xigasho
