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RMAFC Chairman Charges Nigerians on Knowledge Acquisition
Joel Ajayi
The Chairman of Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC, Muhammed Bello Shehu, has called on Nigerians to seek information about the activities of government agencies and organisations for a better understanding of the workings of the government.
The Chairman made this call while addressing the students of Igbinedion University Okada, Benin City, who came on an excursion to the Commission.
Shehu, who was represented by Hajia Salamatu Muhammed Bala, a member representing Adamawa state on the board of the Commission, expressed happiness over the decision of the students to seek information concerning the activities of the organisation. She said, “It is important to know what revenue mobilisation does on behalf of the country.
The Commission carries out a lot of functions, but the most important one is to monitor accruals into the federation account. The RMAFC must know where these monies are coming from, how they are coming, and where these monies go when they come out of the federation account.”
The Chairman informed them that the Commission was very happy to receive them and gave them the assurance that some directors of the organisation were on hand to educate them further on the functions of the organisation.
She underscored the need for Nigerians to have a robust understanding of the activities of government. She said, “We are very pleased to share our experiences with you, and I believe if we are able to do that often, we will have a common purpose, work towards it, and Nigeria will be better for it.”
In his address, the leader of the delegation professor Madu Magnus Emeka, disclosed that the purpose of the excursion was to enable the students to see what they learned in theory, to interact with the people and know the agency.
He said, “This visit is part of the university’s commitment to bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the field of public finance.
” In view of that, it has been the contention of the students to go outside Benin, particularly to Abuja, to have interface with some agencies, for which we have been highlighting their activities, functions and mission so as to have personal interaction with those agencies.”
The directors of Inland Revenue Mrs. Udodirim Okwongu, Gas and Investment, Mr. Peter Nyabiri, PRS, Dr. Rosetta Iyere, and the deputy director, Fiscal Efficiency, Mr. Ambrose Akhilome, took turns to enlighten the students about the Commission.
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Pakistan Ambassador To Nigeria Others, Pay Tribute To Martyrs, War Heroes On Defence Day
Tolu Tosin
The Pakistan diplomats in Nigeria have joined the rest of the diplomatic missions of Pakistan across the globe to observe the annual Defence and Martyrs Day paying tribute to the nation’s heroes including the armed forces and martyrs for their unmatched sacrifices and bravery to safeguard the country.
The day we started with a 31-gun salute in the country’s capital, Islamabad, and a 21-gun salute in provincial capitals, followed by prayers, wreath-laying ceremonies at the tombs of martyrs, and special prayers in mosques for the progress and prosperity of the country.
Pakistan on Friday celebrated its 59th Defense Day anniversary to commemorate the sacrifices of fallen heroes who defended the South Asian country.
For any Pakistanis, the day reflects Pakistan’s strong commitment to the defense of sovereignty as many pay tributes to the brave soldiers who thwarted the enemy’s attempts to harm Pakistan.
Speaking in Abuja at an event organized to commemorate the day, the Pakistan Ambassador to Nigeria, Retired Mag.-Gen, Sohail Khan said that the Martyred soldiers are heroes and their sacrifices and dedication cannot be forgotten.According to him, we are celebrating Defence Day to pay homage to the Armed Forces of Pakistan. I will just narrate certain facts for the information of all of you.
“Pakistan Armed Forces stands as the 5th largest standing Armed Forces in the world.
We have been the largest contributors to the UN peacekeeping operations since the 1960s.
“To protect the motherland from internal and external aggression, members of the Armed forces have sacrificed their lives and embraced martyrdom in the Global War Against Terrorism of which Pakistan has been at the forefront since the very beginning.,
“In terms of officers vs troops causality ratio Pakistan Armed Forces are at the top having lost/offered every other 12 ranks.
“Armed forces have always responded to the call of the nation during national calamities, earthquakes, floods, etc. They have been at the forefront of every nation-building and assistance task.
“Pakistan remains an extremely responsible 7th nuclear state in the world. Well-entrenched command and control systems are also being managed by the Armed Forces of Pakistan.
“This occasion is meant to pay homage to our members of the Armed Forces for their dedication and sacrifices.’
Speaking also at the occasion, was Defence Advisor an Attaché of the Pakistani High Commission in Nigeria, Col. Mushtag Kamran Col. Kamran Mushtaq expressed that, the 6th of September signifies the unflinching resolve, unity, and sense of sacrifice to defend the motherland at all cost.
“It is also to pay homage to those sons of the soil who sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom and sovereignty.
“Their actions continue to resonate urging us to strive for a better tomorrow
“Following the legacy of our Great Heroes in unison with the people of Pakistan we remain ever-ready and fully determined to squarely meet all external challenges to protect our ideological and geographical boundaries.
“Today, we bow our heads in reverence and gratitude for martyrs, who have the freedom that engraved their legacy in the anal of history, reminding us of the freedom that we cherish
“Let’s renew our pledge that following the footsteps of our martyrs, we will leave no stone unturned for the defense of our Motherland and we will always work, towards making Pakistan e great country.” He pledged
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