Staff Members Celebrate FIRS Boss Over Enhanced Welfare Package

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, FIRS, Zacch Adedeji Ph.D, on Thursday was received by jubilant workers who had assembled at the agency’s headquarters at Sokode Crescent, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja, to appreciate him for his numerous welfare packages for them.

As early as 8 am, the workers who said they have continuously enjoyed uncommon welfare packages from Adedeji since he assumed office over a year ago, carried placards with various appreciative inscriptions like ‘we love you Zacch’, ‘You’re a man of the people’, ‘We support you 💯…’ and many others.

They sang appreciative songs, danced and engaged in a form of gyration. No sooner had they started than the Chairman arrived. Others who had stayed under the shed for protection against the Abuja sun joined in leading the Chairman to his office.

A statement by Sikiru Akinola, Technical Assistant (Print Media) to Adedeji, quoted the staff members as saying that Adedeji has proven himself as a staff welfare-minded administrator.

The statement noted that FIRS staff were happy for the welfare packages extended to them, most especially the increment in salary.

The statement quoted a staff member as saying: “Being someone who is deliberate and intentional, Zacch Adedeji Ph.D is always concerned and mindful of those around him and people whose paths have crossed with him. He is our boss and our friend. We all can attest to that. So for us, we decided to gather today to appreciate him. This was something he had avoided. More than two occasions, we had attempted it. When the news of the increment was first spread in-house, it was well-received. During the one year anniversary, the leadership of the staff union openly revealed that this is the first time they would sleep with their eyes closed as members don’t have any complain to warrant a confrontation with the leadership of FIRS.”

Another staff was quoted as saying: “The Executive Chairman did not even brief many people before increasing staff salary and other welfare packages. He is someone who believes that those who help in making sure the audacious target of N19.4 trillion for the 2024 is met should also be properly treated to motivate them. Few months ago, in what many of us described as unprecedented, he had increased our salary. It was uncommon. This was after many other packages had been introduced. He listens to our yearnings and aspirations”, she said.

In their various remarks at the gathering, most of them agreed that no Executive Chairman of the agency had been so celebrated like Adedeji in just a year and four months of his stewardship, confirming that his magnanity to staff has been awesome and unprecedented.

Adedeji accepted the cheers by saluting the jubilant crowd, waving his hands to show his gratitude.

Sikiru Akinola,
Technical Assistant (Print Media).

*Governors, Ministers, and Dignitaries to Grace Kamorudeen Yusuf’s Ogun State City Boy Movement Empowerment and Youth Summit

The Ogun State City Boy Movement, led by Kamorudeen Olawale Yusuf, Personal Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Special Duties, is set to host a landmark empowerment program and youth summit in Abẹ́òkúta, the state capital, on *Saturday, December 21, 2024*. The event underscores President Tinubu’s commitment to youth empowerment and education, aligning with his administration’s agenda to drive economic growth and entrepreneurship.

*₦45 Million in Empowerment Grants*
The summit, the first of its kind, will feature an empowerment initiative worth ₦45 million to support young entrepreneurs and business owners. Highlights include:

*₦500,000* grants for 50 medium-scale entrepreneurs.

*₦200,000* grants for 100 small-scale business owners.

Funding for three innovative tech ideas that provide creative solutions for social impact.

Additionally, 30 market women across Ogun State will receive ₦200,000 each, and scholarships will be awarded to students as part of the movement’s broader commitment to education and economic growth.

*Key Guests and Speakers*
The event will attract a host of dignitaries, including:

• *Prince Dapo Abiodun*, Governor of Ogun State, as the Special Guest of Honour.

• *Seyi Tinubu*, co-hosting alongside Kamorudeen Olawale Yusuf.

• *Ayodele Wisdom*, Minister for Youth Development.

• *Dr. Bosun Tijani*, Minister for Communication and Digital Economy.

Other notable speakers include Charles Odii, Director-General of SMEDAN; Dr. Oluwatoyin Afiz of ITF; and Miss Rinsola Abiola, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership.

*Comprehensive Agenda*
The summit will feature panel sessions focusing on key sectors such as MSMEs, technology, agriculture, and the creative economy. These discussions aim to equip participants with tools and insights to drive economic transformation in Ogun State.

*Educational Impact*
In addition to the empowerment program, the City Boy Movement has taken steps to improve education in the state. Classroom furniture was donated to six primary schools across Ogun State’s three senatorial districts. Each school received 50 sets of tables and chairs, accommodating a total of 900 students and significantly enhancing the learning environment.

For youth entrepreneurs and stakeholders, the summit offers a rare opportunity to secure funding, gain insights from industry leaders, and network with influential figures in government and business.

This event not only marks a step toward empowering Ogun State’s youth but also highlights the City Boy Movement’s dedication to fostering long-term economic and social development.

A HEARTFELT BIRTHDAY WISH FOR A VISIONARY LEADER OLAKUNLE WILLIAMS (CEO TETRACORE ENERGY GROUP) BY CHINEDU NSOFOR

Oh, illustrious CEO, Olakunle Olalekan Williams, today we celebrate not just your birth but the monumental legacy you are weaving. As the guiding star behind Tetracore Energy Group, your brilliance has illuminated the energy sector of Africa and has created opportunities for countless ventures, we at Work While in School Media Ltd are privileged to be part of your remarkable journey. Your unwavering patronage since our first encounter has been a symphony of trust and collaboration, lifting our spirits and aspirations. May this special day bring you boundless joy, for your steadfast faith in us is a treasure beyond deploy.

Oh, trailblazer of excellence, your life radiates inspiration for the youths of our generation, like a beacon atop a hill, and your leadership of the energy sector of Nigeria is a testament to perseverance, innovation, and an unyielding quest for exponential growth. Your stories of transforming challenges into triumphs and nurturing visions into realities as practicalized through the continental exploits of the Tetracore Energy Group, have enriched our narratives, and we remain eternally grateful for every opportunity to tell your tale. As we raise a toast to your wisdom and the grace of God upon your life, may your days ahead bloom with success and pace.

Oh, architect of global impact, your humility and brilliance are rare jewels that continue to adorn the crown of your achievements. From the corridors of Work While in School Media Ltd, we honor your dedication to excellence, a virtue that has inspired us to reach for new heights. May this birthday mark the dawn of even greater accomplishments, with every step guided by divine providence. And as you celebrate, may your heart find peace and brilliance in every nuance.