13/03/2026
COA EXIT CONFERENCE CY 2025 | The Commission on Audit (COA) Team, headed by Helenito D. Lualhati Jr., State Auditor IV and Officer-in-Charge, Regional Supervising Auditor, conducted the CY 2025 COA Exit Conference during its visit to the Naval Logistics Center (NLC) on 12 March 2026. The activity served as a venue to present and discuss audit findings, observations, and recommendations aimed at further strengthening financial management and accountability within the unit.
During the visit, the COA Audit Team conducted an Exit Briefing Conference to discuss the deficiencies noted during the audit and to facilitate the completion of the Management Letter covering the audit of the unit’s accounts and operations.
In his remarks, Captain Perceeval O. Buted PN(GSC), expressed his sincere appreciation to the COA Team for their professionalism, diligence, and constructive engagement throughout the audit process. He emphasized that the audit did not merely review the unit’s records but also served as an opportunity to stress-test existing systems, refine procedures, and further strengthen institutional discipline. He further noted that the observations and recommendations provided by the COA Team will greatly assist the unit in improving internal controls, streamlining processes, and reinforcing a culture of transparency and accountability among its personnel.
Meanwhile, Helenito D. Lualhati Jr. conveyed his appreciation to the NLC for the warm accommodation extended to the COA Audit Team and commended the unit for the successful conduct of the COA Exit Briefing Conference
The activity concluded with a renewed commitment from the COA and the NLC to continuously strengthen transparency, accountability, and good governance in the efficient management and utilization of government resources in support of the organization’s mission.
