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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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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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