Kogiflame
Former chairman, Heavy Duty and Haulage Transport Association of Nigeria (HDHTAN), Kogi State Chapter, Aminu Salami has called on security operatives in the state to go after those using his name to collect illegal tax on the road.
Speaking on Friday with Newsmen, Aminu said he has never authorized anybody to erect illegal structures on the road and wondered why those who are doing so are peddling his name for their heinous activities.
Aside from not being in tune with the development, Aminu said he has long served his tenure as the chairman of the association and should not in any way be linked to the activities of the illegal tax collectors.
“It is with great pleasure that I announce Mr. Chukwuma Trust Okechukwu as the new and authentic State Chairman of HDHTAN, Kogi State Chapter. I am confident that he will lead the association to greater heights and ensure the welfare of all members
“I emphasize that there is only one legitimate Heavy Duty and Haulage Transportation Association of Nigeria (HDHTAN). Any other association or group claiming to represent heavy-duty truck drivers is fake and should cease operations immediately.
Furthermore, I authorize the Police and other law enforcement agencies to prosecute anyone who uses my name to extort money or commit any illegal activity on the road.
“My objective is to stop all illegal taxation operations on federal roads, prevent my former employees from causing problems in the state, and inform the general public that I am no longer the Chairman of HDHTAN, Kogi State Chapter.
“I also plead with the Kogi State Inland Revenue Service (KGIRS) Chairman to support the new chairman, Mr. Chukwuma Trust Okechukwu, in combating economic sabotage in the state.”
