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Nigerians are funny 😄. They will travel to the U.S. or UK, pay taxes on everything they buy or receive in the form of services, but complain about an ordinary 7.5% VAT in Nigeria
NFIU Trains Nasarawa Tax Agency Staff to Collect More Taxes from Wealthy Individuals
The Nasarawa State Internal Revenue Service (NSIRS) has trained its staff with support from the Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) to help the state generate more revenue, especially from wealthy individuals who are required to pay taxes.
The training focused on using financial information to identify potential taxpayers, improve tax compliance and ensure eligible individuals pay the correct taxes.
NSIRS Chairman Ibrahim Sarki Adamu urged the staff to apply the knowledge gained to improve tax collection and increase the state’s revenue.
The initiative aims to strengthen tax administration, reduce tax evasion and boost Nasarawa State’s revenue in line with the law.
Akwa Ibom Governor Plans ₦200,000 Financial Support for Students, ₦250,000 for Those Studying Medicine, Law and Engineering
Kogi NUJ Names KGIRS Chairman Best Revenue Boss for Tax Reforms and Revenue Growth
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kogi State Council, has honoured KGIRS Chairman, Dr. Sule Salihu Enehe, as the Best Performing Revenue Chairman for his reforms and improved revenue collection.
The award was presented during the 2026 NUJ Press Week in Lokoja in recognition of his efforts to promote transparency and accountability.
Dr. Enehe dedicated the award to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, KGIRS staff and journalists for their support.
Governor Ododo, represented by the Information Commissioner, Kingsley Fanwo, also announced health insurance coverage for 45 journalists previously left out of the scheme.
TAX: 21 States Adopt New Tax Law to End Multiple Taxation, Ban Roadblocks for Tax Collection; Offenders Risk Jail—JRB Executive Secretary
The Joint Revenue Board (JRB) says 21 states have adopted a new tax law to end multiple taxation and ban roadblocks for tax collection, with offenders risking jail terms.
The law harmonises hundreds of taxes and levies into nine categories to reduce the burden on businesses and taxpayers.
JRB Executive Secretary Olusegun Adesokan said revenue from 23 states rose by 27% to ₦2.2 trillion between January and June 2026, compared with ₦1.75 trillion in the same period of 2025.
He urged Nigerians to reject illegal levies and make tax payments only into official government accounts.
BREAKING: Tinubu Is Planning To Shift Election Date After Kaduna Experience, We Must Vote Him Out- Atiku
Kaduna Tax Agency Boss Reveals How UK Support Is Helping Kaduna Improve Tax Collection and Revenue Management
The Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), led by Acting Chairman Dr. Muhammad Lawal, has highlighted major achievements from tax reform programmes supported by the UK Government.
Lawal spoke on Wednesday, October 28, when he met British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Pete Vowles, in Kaduna.
The partnership has supported tax law reforms, digitalisation, taxpayer education, improved tax services and ways for taxpayers to report complaints.
KADIRS also acknowledged Governor Uba Sani’s support for reforms aimed at increasing revenue and improving accountability.
The agency pledged to continue working with the UK Government and other partners to strengthen tax collection and make revenue administration more transparent and efficient.
Plateau Tax Agency Chairman Calls for Digital Technology to Improve Tax Collection and Track Financial Transactions
Plateau State Internal Revenue Service (PSIRS) Chairman, Dr Jim Pam Wayas, has called for greater use of digital technology to improve tax collection and financial accountability.
He made the call at the 2026 ANUK-PSIRS International Conference held from October 26 to 27 at ANAN University, Kwali, Plateau State.
Wayas also advocated linking NIN, BVN and phone numbers to improve financial identification and transaction monitoring.
Experts at the conference urged government agencies and professionals to use digital tools effectively to boost revenue, improve tax compliance and promote economic development.
BREAKING: Reps Threaten to Arrest MTN, Airtel, Glo and Other Telecoms Bosses Over Poor Network Services in Nigeria
NRS Boss Meets US Investors, Including Citibank and Caterpillar, to Explore Business Opportunities in Nigeria
The Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Zacch Adedeji, has met with US investors, including representatives of Citibank and Caterpillar, to discuss business and investment opportunities in Nigeria.
The meeting focused on attracting foreign investment and building investors’ confidence through stable government policies and an efficient tax system.
The NRS said it would continue to support President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms by creating a transparent and business-friendly tax system to promote investment and economic growth.
BREAKING: “Dikko Must Go” Protesters Block Katsina Governor in Malumfashi LGA as Security Forces Fire Teargas
UPDATE: State, LGA Workers May Not Get FG’s Six Months ₦70,000 Monthly Transport Allowance—Report
State and local government workers may not automatically receive the ₦70,000 monthly transport allowance.
The agreement encourages state and local governments to join the programme and implement the payment.
However, it does not mean every state and local government has approved the allowance.
Workers are advised to contact their respective authorities to confirm whether they are eligible.
