Abuja indigenes protest exclusion from reconstituted irs board

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Abuja Indigenes Protest Exclusion from Reconstituted IRS Board

Indigenes of Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, have protested their exclusion from the reconstituted board of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). The protesters, who gathered at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja, demanded that the Federal Government include an Abuja indigene in the board to reflect the city's status as the nation's capital.

The FIRS board was recently reconstituted by the Federal Government, with the appointment of new members. However, the protesters claimed that none of the new members is from Abuja, despite the city's significant contributions to the country's economy.

The protesters, who were led by the Abuja Indigenes Forum, argued that the exclusion of Abuja indigenes from the FIRS board is unfair and discriminatory. They demanded that the Federal Government take immediate action to rectify the situation and include an Abuja indigene in the board.

The protesters also threatened to take further action if their demands are not met, including a mass protest and a petition to the National Assembly. They argued that the exclusion of Abuja indigenes from the FIRS board is a clear case of marginalization and discrimination against the city and its people.

The FIRS board is responsible for collecting taxes and other revenue on behalf of the Federal Government. The protesters believe that an Abuja indigene should be included in the board to ensure that the city's interests are represented and to prevent the exploitation of Abuja's resources by other parts of the country.

The protest has sparked controversy and debate, with some arguing that the exclusion of Abuja indigenes from the FIRS board is a minor issue, while others believe that it is a matter of great importance that requires immediate attention.