Tax Tribunal Orders new generation Bank to Remit N161 Tax to Plateau Internal Revenue
Tax appeal tribunal , North central zone , sitting in Jos the Plateau State capital has ordered a new generation Bank to remit the undisputed sum of N 161,483,590.68 being tax liability for the 2014_ 2019 tax years.
The Tribunal reached this decision while ruling on appeal brought before it by the Bank over tax assessment made by PSIRS.
In it’s appeal the bank claimed that the assessment made to it in the sum of N 537, 196, 180.51 is excessive. In the notice of appeal the bank through it’s Tax Consultant claimed the it’s liability is the sum of N161,482,590.68.
Delivering the ruling of the Tribunal, the Chairman of the Tribunal Hon. Richard Bala noted the disputed claims and thereafter Order the Bank to pay the undisputed amount in the sum of N 161,482,590.68 within 28 days from the date of the Order while parties avail themselves at the Tribunal on the disputed amount.
Management of 2017 Nigeria Professional Football League champions , Plateau United Football Club of Jos has noted with grave concern the activities of some mischief makers which is capable of derailing the collective aspirations of the team.
In a statement signed by the Media Officer of the club, Albert Dakup on Thursday , the club frowned at the activities of the mischief makers, warning that henceforth, legal action will be taken against them for defamation of character as management is ready to go to any length on this matter in order to serve as a deterrent to others who may wish to follow the same line.
Dakup lamented that while efforts are being made to galvanise the team to achieve its objectives this season, some enemies of progress are busy causing disaffection with their utterances and actions which are capable of bringing disaffection in the team and derail the genuine efforts of the League Management Company LMC and the Nigeria Football Federation NFF who are working hard to improve the league.
The statement wondered where the mischief makers get
information of discontent in the team as a result of team selection which is the sole responsibility of the technical crew vested with that mandate.
The statement further noted with dismay the allegation of incompetence levelled against the hardworking General Manager, Pius Henwan who not only led the team to two league titles, but repositioned the club as a brand in Nigerian football.
Discerning minds are left to wonder what the mischief makers seek to achieve with their unfounded and baseless allegations if not sheer envy of the achievements of the General Manager who has been guided by Professionalism since he took over the reigns of the club five years ago.
On the allegation of incompetence levelled against Coach Abdu Maikaba , the statement states categorically that the former Flying Eagles assistant coach is discharging his duties creditably well and management of the club is satisfied.
The Club noted with dismay the allegation of sentiments in selection against some indigenous players stressing that the allegations are not only baseless, but a ploy capable of destabilizing the team as the technical crew pick players for matches based on merit and performance during training sessions.
The statement therefore warned the mischief makers and their sponsors to steer clear of the club , as management of the team will not fold it’s arms and watch them destroy the team.
The statement equally advised the media to always cross check facts with the team before going to the press in order not to feed the unsuspecting public with half truths and fake news which will not serve any good.
Speaking on Tuesday, at a press conference Lead Counsel, Yakubu Bawa, said it will defy human reasoning, if the contestant with the highest vote is not appointed, adding that it will be unfair to appoint those with 2 votes, describing it as “repugnant to natural justice, equity, and good conscience.”
He said the group has written to the attorney general of the state who is second respondent in the suit, to advise the governor to refrain from further actions relating to the prolonged declaration or disqualification of Dr. Musa Maiyamba.
He said, “Consequently, and in the light of all, having waited this long we have approached the high court of Justice Gombe, to subject this debacle in respect of the appointment of the new Mai Tangale to Judicial scrutiny and pronouncement as well as judicial intervention.
“Hence filed a suit in order to seek judicial review by a writ of Mandamus to compel the Governor through judicial order to announce and appoint Dr. Musa Maiyamba as the duly elected Mai Tangale as part of constitutional, statutory, administrative and legal duties required by law since he has refused to do so. We are also seeking an order to restrain the Governor from appointing any of the two contestants or any person or disqualifying Dr. Musa Idris Maiyamba or cancelling the election of the new Mai Tangale held on 15th February, 2021.
“It would defy human reasoning, justice, equity and fair play for a contestant to have scored highest majority votes who is choice and desire of the people to appoint another contestant who scored 2 votes or appoint a different person entirely. In fact doing so will be repugnant to natural justice, equity and good conscience.”
He added, “The essence of the letter already served on the Attorney General of the state is for him to inform and advise Gombe state governor to stay any action that is connected to the Stool of Mai Tangale pending the determination of the suit just filed by our clients.”
GOVERNOR LALONG LOBBIES NASENI TO ESTABLISH INSTITUTE IN PLATEAU STATE.
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has canvassed for the establishment of the Agriculture Machinery and Equipment Development Institute in Plateau State by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) as part of its collaboration for promoting technological development that will give the required skills for its citizens to provide solutions to day-to-day challenges.
Governor Simon Lalong gave this indication when he received the Executive Vice Chairman of NASENI, Prof. Mohammed Sani Haruna who led the top management of the organisation on a courtesy visit to Government House, Little Rayfield Jos. He said the State was even willing to host more of such agencies like the Hydro Equipment and Machinery Institute, because Plateau has the largest potential for hydro power in Nigeria on account of its topography which gives rise to being the source of most rivers in Northern Nigeria.
The Governor said since coming into office, his vision has been to move Plateau State to a higher level of productivity and human capital development, hence the development of a Strategic Plan which is a comprehensive Road map that guides the Government’s policies, programmes and project implementation over the period 2019-2023.
He said “Plateau State is one of Nigeria’s most endowed states in terms of favourable climate, huge deposits of high value minerals and a wide range of unique agricultural products. This is in addition to being home to some of the most imaginative and inventive minds in Nigeria. Our Technical School in Bukuru and the Relevant Technology Center in Jos have over the years produced some of the most creative technicians and engineers that have gone on to support Plateau State and the Nigerian economy in various forms. We are today building 2 more Technical Schools in Shendam and Pankshin to further deepen skill development in our State. The days of paper qualification are over.”
Governor Lalong said Plateau State presents a significant opportunity that can assist NASENI to fulfill its mandate and the State is willing, ready and prepared to collaborate with the Agency to ensure that some of the intervention Agencies related to its strategic vision are established in the State. This he said will go a long way in harnessing the rich of the State through value addition.
Executive Vice Chairman of NASENI Prof. Mohammed Haruna said he was delighted to be back to Plateau State where he started his journey in life and had his early education attending Craft School Laranto, Technical School Bukuru and the Plateau State Polytechnic before moving on to work for NASCO for many years. He alluded to the fact that Plateau State has huge potentials in human capital development that need encouragement and exposure, to which his agency has pledged support.
He explained that NASENI has achieved breakthroughs in many aspects of technology and is solving problems in energy, transport, agriculture, mining, aviation, health, electoral system and many others.
He canvassed for the support of the Plateau State Governor as well as his colleagues in the Northern Governors Forum so that the region can use technology to tackle some of its economic, security and infrsatructure problems.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 4th March 2021
WORKAHOLIC GAGDI’S BILL FOR EXTENTION OF RETIREMENT AGE OF JUDGES PASSES FIRST READING, MEETS WITH LALONG INJOS, TO EMBARK ON CONSTITUENCY INTERFACE AND PROJECTS MONITORING
The Bill for an Act to alter the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to increase retirement age for judicial officers has passed the first reading at the House of Representatives today.
Sponsor of the Bill, RT Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, highlighted that for the rule of law to be upheld to its optimal standards, retirement age for judicial officers must be increased, in order for their experience gained from the work over the years be put into use for the strengthening of our legal system.
Most Hon Members were in sync with the motive behind the Bill and urge the house to give it the desired support so as to foster our democratic culture.
Meanwhile, Gagdi was in Jos this evening shortly after the day’s plenary at the House of Representatives.
The lawmaker met with the governor were important state matters were discussed for the progress and development of Plateau State and PKK in particular.
The workaholic lawmaker is billed to proceed with projects inspection in his constituency tomorrow, Thursday 4th March, 2021 were he will flag off the Kwalmiya-Dogonruwa road construction project as well as the 6 District Heada Palaces under construction in Pankshin, Kanke and Kanam Local Government Areas. Other projects to be inspected are construction of classrooms blocks in various schools across the constituency.
Similarly, the lawmaker will round off his consultation/interface with various stakeholders in the constituency, which he started sometime in January 2021, where he met with traditional rulers, youths groups, labour groups as well as trade associations and many others in the three local government areas of Kanam, Pankshin and Kanke respectively.
The last set of people to be consulted this week will include the 27 party officials from the federal wards in Kanam, Kanke and Pankshin, as well LGA party officials from the areas. Local government council Chairmen of the three areas, as well as legislative council members and all local government appointees in the three local government areas will be consulted, where matters bothering on development and progress of the constituency will be on the front burner and form the fulcrum of the meeting.
We are proud of our workaholic principal who has redefined representation in PKK by working hand-in-hand with his constituents.
In Excercise of the powers vested in him under the Gombe state Chieftaincy Law, 2020 and based on the recommendation of the Kingmakers of the Tangale Chiefdom, the Gombe state Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has approved the appointment of Malam Danladi Sanusi Maiyamba as the Mai Tangle.
The Commissioner, Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Dasuki Jalo who conveyed the Governor’s approval and presented the appointment later to the new Mai Tangle in Poshiya, Billiri, said the the appointment of Malam Danladi Maiyamba was informed by his personal qualities and suitability.
The presentation ceremony was witnessed by the Chairperson of Billiri Local Government Council, 9 Kingmakers of the Billiri Chiefdom, members of the traditional council and other functionaries.
Presentation of Staff of Office will be done in due course.
Ismaila Uba Misilli Director General ( Press Affairs) Government House Gombe
Plateau State Government is set to domisticate the National Livestock Transformation Programme by approving a bill for the establishment of the Plateau State Livestock Transformation which when passed into law, will promote livestock business anchored on ranching.
The State Executive Council at its weekly meeting approved the transmission of the bill to the Plateau State House of Assembly for consideration by the legislature.
Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General Chrysanthus Ahmadu explained that the proposed law takes care of herders, farmers and other interests in the livestock value chain. He said in ranching, there will be dairy and beef production, fodder production, marketing and associated businesses that will employ many.
He said it will also go along way in ending destruction of farmlands by livestock, clashes between farmers and herders and unnecessary violence that is rooted in the unsavoury relationship between them.
The people of Plateau State have therefore been reassured that no land will be grabbed by anyone as there is already an anti-land grabbing law signed by the Governor which prescribes stiff penalties for violators.
PLATEAU EXCO APPROVES LIVESTOCK TRANSFORMATION BILL; MOVES TO COMMENCE RANCHING, END OPEN GRAZING.
Plateau State Government is set to domisticate the National Livestock Transformation Programme by approving a bill for the establishment of the Plateau State Livestock Transformation which when passed into law, will promote livestock business anchored on ranching.
The State Executive Council at its weekly meeting approved the transmission of the bill to the Plateau State House of Assembly for consideration by the legislature.
Briefing journalists after the EXCO meeting, Commissioner for Information and Communication Dan Manjang said the bill is to facilitate smooth transition from open grazing to ranching.
Manjang said the State has been working assiduously to put in place all necessary requirements for the take off of the model ranching programme at the Wase and Kanam Reserves which are wholly owned by the State Government.
He assured that once the programme takes off and alternatives are provided, people will no longer be allowed to move around with livestock in the State. Already, local and international investors have shown interest in putting their money in the pilot phase of the livestock transformation program.
Secretary of the State Livestock Implementation Committee Prof. John Wade said the programme has zero land grabbing as nobody’s land will be appropriated for ranching. The Government he said will put into use its gazetted reserves in Wase and Kanam for the take off and thereafter, anyone who wants to go into ranching will follow the guidelines provided by the law.
He said the State is approaching ranching strictly as a business hence the directive by the Governor for robust sensitization to enable more citizens key into modern livestock business. He said the notion that one ethnic group has a monopoly of the business is incorrect and such must be discountenanced in the new development.
Wade said the ranching policy will also accommodate other species of livestock aside from cows to bring in more diversification of the agriculture sector.
Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General Chrysanthus Ahmadu explained that the proposed law takes care of herders, farmers and other interests in the livestock value chain. He said in ranching, there will be dairy and beef production, fodder production, marketing and associated businesses that will employ many.
He said it will also go along way in ending destruction of farmlands by livestock, clashes between farmers and herders and unnecessary violence that is rooted in the unsavoury relationship between them.
The people of Plateau State have therefore been reassured that no land will be grabbed by anyone as there is already an anti-land grabbing law signed by the Governor which prescribes stiff penalties for violators.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State. 3rd March 2021.
The Federal Government has announced a complete ban on mining activities in Zamfara, declaring the state as “no fly zone’’.
The National Security Adviser (NSO), retired Maj. -Gen. Babagana Monguno, made this known when he briefed State House correspondents at the end of the meeting of the National Security Council.
The meeting was presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja, on Tuesday.
“The President has approved, based on our recommendations, the imposition and enforcement of a ban on all mining activities in Zamfara with immediate effect until further notice. “He has directed the Minister of Defence and the National Security Adviser to deploy massive military and intelligence assets to restore normalcy to that part of the country.
“He has also approved that Zamfara State should be declared “a no fly zone’’ with immediate effect.
According to the NSO, the president also directed security officials to apprehend all those causing problems for innocent citizens not only in Zamfara but across the country.
Management of JAY FM on Tuesday ,paid a courtesy call to the Plateau state Information commissioner Hon Dan Manjang to seek partnership with the state Government .
JayFM Jos is a Nigerian privately owned commercial radio station located in Jos .
The station features a mix of diverse music genres and talk shows with special focus on local and global news, current affairs, and sports. The radio station airs and streams for 24 hours.
The Jos-based radio station started broadcasting in September 2016.
Speaking at the occasion , the head of sports Jay FM , Fedinard Mbum said the station is willing to partner with the state government at all times .
He said that the station is not a PDP station as speculated .
Manjang who received the management of the radio station at about 12 30 pm on Tuesday said the state government is willing to partner with all media houses in the state .
Responding he stressed that
Journalist should maintain the code of conduct of the profession for the growth of the society.
Let us maintained professionalism at all times .
One of the management team Jennifer Okoye expressed their gratitude to the government and said Jay FM is dedicated to discharging it’s responsibilities.
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