The Senate Committee on Corporate Affairs Commission
(CAC) has reversed its earlier recommendation to remove the Commission’s
Registrar-General, Garba Magaji, following what members described as a sincere
apology and demonstration of remorse.
Last week, the committee had urged President Bola
Tinubu to dismiss Magaji over his repeated failure to appear before the panel
or sending junior officers in his stead.
Reprimand and Apology
At a previous session, Committee Chairman Sani Musa
(APC, Niger East) had expressed displeasure, stating:
“This committee is not happy with you for your
persistent refusal to appear before it in the past, or for sending junior
officers. That is not acceptable. The Constitution grants us oversight powers
over all revenue-generating agencies.”
Magaji appeared before the lawmakers, tendered an
unreserved apology, and assured the committee that such lapses would not recur.
He further explained that a dedicated liaison office had been established to
strengthen communication between the CAC and the National Assembly.
“Mr Chairman, I sincerely apologise to the committee.
I was returning from Lagos and asked my team to inform the committee ahead of
time. Unfortunately, I arrived late. We have now created a dedicated liaison
office to handle interactions with the National Assembly. I assure you this
will not happen again. I take full responsibility and hold this committee in
high esteem,” Magaji stated.
Motion for Rescission Adopted
Following his explanation, several senators urged
leniency. Senator Jibrin Isa (Kogi East) moved a motion for rescission,
seconded by Senator Nasir Daura (Katsina North). The motion was put to a voice
vote and unanimously adopted, effectively nullifying the earlier recommendation
for Magaji’s removal.
The CAC oversees the registration, incorporation,
regulation, and maintenance of records for companies, limited liability
partnerships, business names, limited partnerships, and incorporated trustees
in Nigeria.
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