The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria will host a one-day workshop to enhance the knowledge of media practitioners and finance reporters, particularly members of the Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria.
According to the institute, the workshop, scheduled for Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., aims to improve journalists’ understanding of taxation terminologies and contemporary issues, equipping them to better inform and educate the public on emerging tax matters.
It stated that the capacity-building session, designed to be both educative and interactive, would commence with a press briefing by the CITN President, Mr Samuel Agbeluyi.
A joint statement signed by FICAN’s National Chairman, Mr Chima Nwokoji, and the Chairman of the CITN Committee on Branding, Publicity, and Publications, Prof. Godwin Oyedokun, described the training as a platform to deepen journalists’ understanding of tax-related issues and enhance the quality of tax reporting in Nigeria.
“It promises to be highly interactive. The occasion will be used to institute an annual award for the Best Tax Reporter/Correspondent of the Year. Certificates will be issued to participants who will also receive the Institute’s memorabilia,” the statement highlighted.
It added that the initiative reflected CITN’s commitment to capacity building and its recognition of the vital role media practitioners play in promoting public awareness and understanding of tax practice, administration, laws, and policies.
