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Governor Mutfwang Reaffirms Commitment to Prudent Resource Management at CITN Annual Tax Conference
Plateau State Governor, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has restated his administration’s commitment to transparency and prudent management of public resources as a key strategy for sustainable development in the state.
The Governor made this known while delivering a goodwill message at the 27th Annual Tax Conference of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), held at the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Federal Capital Territory.
Speaking on the conference theme, “Taxation for Development: Policies, Laws, and Implementation,” Governor Mutfwang described the event as a timely and strategic platform to interrogate ongoing tax reforms and chart a realistic roadmap for accelerated national growth and development.
He noted that since assuming office, his administration has prioritized the judicious use of public funds to address critical needs, improve the living conditions of citizens, and create a conducive environment to attract investments and development incentives.
“I commend CITN for organizing this important conference to reflect on how taxation policies and collection mechanisms can be more effective in fostering national development. This is crucial, as taxation remains a key driver for funding government programmes,” Governor Mutfwang stated.
He emphasized the need for transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in the implementation of tax reforms to ensure they yield the intended outcomes for all Nigerians.
“To test the validity and credibility of the current tax reforms, those charged with their implementation must embrace transparency and inclusiveness. This is the only way to achieve equitable dividends of development,” he said.
The Governor also expressed his readiness to collaborate with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, and the Federal Ministry of Finance to ensure efficient tax administration across all levels.
“At the sub-national level, we are committed to prudent resource management. On the Plateau, we believe that you cannot tax poverty, you can only tax wealth. That’s why we are focusing first on stimulating economic activity and wealth creation before expanding the tax base,” he emphasized.
Governor Mutfwang revealed that Plateau State’s internally generated revenue has seen a remarkable increase from N800 million to N3 billion monthly since the inception of his administration, attributing this progress to strategic reforms and investment in the economy.
Reiterating Plateau’s hospitality, he extended an open invitation to the CITN leadership to consider hosting future editions of the conference in the state, known as the “Home of Peace and Tourism.”
In his remarks, the President and Chairman in Council of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, Mr. Samuel Agbeluyi, welcomed delegates to the conference and urged members to contribute meaningfully to the robust discussions aimed at propelling Nigeria’s economic advancement.
The Plateau contingent was led to the conference by the Executive Chairman, Plateau State Internal Revenue Service (PSIRS), Dr. Jim Pam Wayas.
Gyang Bere
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Executive Governor of Plateau State
May 14, 2023.
The Kano State Ministry of Health has closed two private health training institutions operating without approval from the state government and relevant professional and regulatory bodies.
The closure was announced in a statement issued by the ministry’s Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Kofar-Na’isa, on Tuesday in Kano.
He said the affected institutions are Ibn Sina College of Health Science and Technology, located at Dakata Kawaji, and Life Line College of Health Science and Technology, situated at Dakata Industrial Area, both in Nasarawa Local Government Area of the state.
According to him, the closure followed a comprehensive assessment by the ministry, which found that both institutions failed to meet the minimum requirements and standards for the establishment and operation of health training schools.
He added that the institutions were allegedly operating without proper verification and approval from the ministry and lacked accreditation from relevant professional and regulatory bodies responsible for overseeing health education and training in Nigeria.
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“Investigations further uncovered significant deficiencies, including inadequate qualified teaching personnel, poor learning facilities, insufficient infrastructure, and failure to comply with established educational and operational standards required for effective health manpower development,” he said.
“The ministry also observed poor adherence to professional ethics, regulatory guidelines, and other mandatory requirements designed to safeguard the quality of healthcare education and ensure the competence of future healthcare professionals.”
The statement further quoted the ministry as advising proprietors of health training institutions across the state to strictly comply with legal and regulatory provisions guiding their operations.
The ministry explained that the closure of non-compliant institutions remained a necessary step towards ensuring quality healthcare education, protecting the interests of students, and maintaining excellence in healthcare service delivery throughout the state.
(NAN)
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