Former chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Babatunde Fowler had begged for an extension of his tenure before President Muhammadu Buhari announced his replacement.

In a letter dated December 9, Fowler wrote to Boss Mustapha, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, requesting a second term in office.

Here is the full text of his letter: “RE: NOTIFICATION OF EXPIRATION OF TENURE AS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, FEDERAL INLAND REVENUE SERVICE

I write to notify the Secretary to the Government of the Federation that my first tenure as the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Service (FIRS) ends today 9th 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 four years.

Please find attached the highlight 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.