Fowler’s Letter to SGF Seeking Renewal of Tenure Hours Before Removal Leaked

The former chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Tunde Fowler prior to the announcement of his replacement Monday writes boss Mustapha for a reappointment.

This was revealed in a letter obtained by WITHIN NIGERIA, dated 9th December, 2019 and addressed to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha.

The letter which was signed by the former FIRS chairman titled, “RE: NOTIFICATION OF EXPIRATION OF TENURE AS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, FEDERAL INLAND REVENUE SERVICE” stated; “ “I write to notify the Secretary to the Government of the Federation that my first tenure as the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) end today 9th of December, 2019.

“In view of the above, I wish to present myself for reappointment for a second term. This is consistent with the provisions of the FIRS Establishment Act 2007 and would grant me the opportunity to consolidate and build on the achievements we have recorded in the past 4 years.

“Please find attached the highlights of my achievements during my first tenure in office.

“I would like to put on record my gratitude to Mr. President for the opportunity to serve the Nation. I am also thankful for your support in the course of the discharge of my duties.

“Please accept as always, the assurance of my highest regards.”

Despite this, Fowler’s tenure wasn’t renew, recall that Mohammad Nami was Monday announced the new Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and report also unveiled the approval of the composition of a new board for FIRS by president Buhari.

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