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NCSU Confers “Visionary Leader with Political Will” Award on RMAFC Chairman
By Joel Ajayi
The Chairman of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, OFR, has been honoured with the prestigious award of “A Visionary Leader with Political Will” by the Nigeria Civil Service Union (NCSU). The award recognises his exceptional leadership and strong, cooperative relationship with staff, management, and members of the Commission.
The award ceremony, held on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the RMAFC Headquarters in Abuja, drew union executives from the National Council, Federal Council, and Commission chapters, all of whom commended Dr. Shehu for his transparent, inclusive, and responsive leadership style.
In his acceptance remarks, Dr. Shehu expressed deep appreciation to the Union for the honour, reaffirming his belief in sincerity, fairness, and constructive engagement as the cornerstones of effective leadership.
“From the outset of my tenure, I made it a priority to listen to the concerns of staff and engage the Union in meaningful dialogue. This approach has helped foster the peaceful and cooperative environment we have at the Commission today,” he stated.
Dr. Shehu also reflected on the values instilled in him by his late father, a former civil servant and community leader, noting that humility, service, and respect for autonomy remain central to his leadership philosophy.
“I have no interest in influencing union decisions or elections. I respect the right of workers to choose their representatives, and I remain committed to working with anyone they elect in good faith and partnership,” he added.
Representing the NCSU National Chairman, Comrade Adoga Rufada, the National Vice President of the Union, Comrade Ganiyat Adeogun, applauded the harmony between the Commission’s leadership and staff union. She noted that such a collaborative atmosphere could only thrive under purposeful, people-centred leadership.
In his remarks, the Union’s General Secretary, Comrade Gbenga Olowoyo, conveyed the appreciation of the National Executive, describing Dr. Shehu’s leadership as exemplary.
“With this level of dedication and performance, it is clear that national honours are well within reach,” Olowoyo stated.
He further described the award as a collective expression of gratitude from the National Federal Council and the Regional Legislative Units of the Union for the progress achieved under Dr. Shehu’s leadership.
Echoing similar sentiments, Comrade Mohammed Kolo, Auditor of the NCSU Federal Council, praised Dr. Shehu’s responsiveness to staff concerns and commitment to engaging the Union with openness and integrity.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the RMAFC Chapter of the NCSU, Comrade Muhammed Rabiu Enagi, pledged to sustain the harmonious relationship between the Union and the Commission’s leadership, expressing optimism for even greater achievements.
A former Chairman of the RMAFC NCSU Chapter and erstwhile Vice Chairman of the NCSU Federal Council, Comrade Isa Usman Dagiri, lauded the Chairman’s inclusive leadership and reaffirmed the chapter’s unwavering support. He led attendees in a spirited rendition of the Union solidarity anthem, symbolising the deep goodwill shared between the Commission and its workforce.
The event concluded with a renewed call for sustained collaboration between the Union and the RMAFC leadership—anchored on trust, dialogue, and a shared vision for institutional excellence.
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Algeria’s Glorious Revolution: Embassy Marks 72nd Anniversary in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The Embassy of Algeria in Nigeria has commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the country’s Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954, with a reception in Abuja, highlighting Algeria’s liberation struggle and strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria.
The event, held on November 9, 2026, at Continental Suites Hotel, attracted prominent personalities, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, members of the Federal Government, senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions and other friends of Algeria.
Speaking at the reception, Algeria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Hocine Mezoued, welcomed guests and paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for independence.
He described the November 1, 1954 revolution as the foundation of modern Algeria, noting that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs made it possible for the country to reclaim its sovereignty.
On Algeria’s development agenda, Mezoued said President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s administration had continued to pursue economic reforms, diversification and national development under its New Algeria vision.
He noted that the country was recording progress in non-hydrocarbon exports, while improvements in the business environment had boosted investor confidence and attracted significant foreign investments.
On foreign policy, the ambassador reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to non-interference, respect for national sovereignty, peaceful conflict resolution and the right of peoples to self-determination.
Addressing security challenges in the Sahel, he stressed that lasting peace could not be achieved through military measures alone, insisting that economic development, inclusive dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes remained essential.
Turning to Nigeria-Algeria relations, Mezoued described the partnership as one founded on shared values and the commitment of both countries’ leaders to advancing African development.
He identified the Trans-Saharan Highway, Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Fibre Optic Backbone as major strategic projects receiving attention from both countries.
The ambassador also disclosed that Algeria had continued to provide scholarships to Nigerian students to strengthen human capital development and capacity building.
He further announced that Air Algérie expanded its Nigerian operations on October 26, 2026, with the introduction of two weekly flights to Lagos, expressing confidence that the service would boost trade and tourism.
Looking ahead, Mezoued said 2027 would offer fresh opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly through the fifth Joint High Bi-National Commission scheduled to hold in Abuja.
He expressed optimism that the meeting would provide an opportunity to assess existing partnerships, identify new areas of cooperation and move Nigeria-Algeria relations towards a more practical and results-driven phase.
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