The Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) says it is projecting about N85 billion in internally generated revenue (IGR) by the end of 2025, as it intensifies efforts to build a fair, transparent and technology-driven tax administration system.
KADIRS Executive Chairman, Mr. Jerry Adams, disclosed this on Monday at the 2025 KADIRS Tax Dialogue held in Kaduna, themed “Transforming Tax Administration for the Future: Navigating the Procedural and Practice Shift Signaled by the Nigerian Tax Reform Act and Enhancing Compliance into 2026 and Beyond.”
Adams said the annual dialogue was aimed at helping stakeholders understand procedural changes introduced by the Nigerian Tax Reform Act 2025 and developing strategies for implementation at the state level.
He noted that Kaduna’s revenue performance had risen steadily from N58 billion before 2023 to N62 billion in 2023, and N71 billion in 2024, with monthly collections now averaging N7 billion.
According to him, the growth is driven by reforms, increased efficiency, and stronger collaboration with ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs). He attributed the progress to Governor Uba Sani’s commitment to infrastructure development, security and inclusive governance, which he said had boosted taxpayer confidence and voluntary compliance.
Adams added that the state had expanded manpower, improved staff welfare and deployed new technologies, including the PAYKADUNA platform, to enhance transparency and efficiency. He announced that a committee had been approved to review and update the Kaduna State Tax Codification and Consolidation Law to align with the National Tax Act before January 2026.
He said insights from the dialogue—particularly relating to legal implications, communication and implementation planning—would guide the amendment process and strengthen revenue mobilisation.
Speaking at the event, Governor Uba Sani, represented by his deputy, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, said building a resilient revenue system requires collaboration and shared responsibility. She noted that global economic shifts were reshaping tax systems to reflect digital activities, informal sector expansion and evolving labour patterns.
Sani said Kaduna’s reform agenda focuses on simplifying processes, eliminating duplication, reducing compliance friction and placing data at the centre of decision-making. He stressed that taxation must be fair and should not punish poverty, adding that revenue growth is necessary to fund schools, healthcare, rural roads, water systems and security infrastructure.
He emphasised that trust in public institutions is essential for compliance, and urged tax authorities to engage citizens with respect and clarity.
The governor said the state would continue to strengthen inter-agency collaboration, expand staff capacity and prioritise taxpayer engagement to build confidence in the system.
Also speaking, Muhammad Dattijo, Deputy Governor, Economic Policy Directorate at the Central Bank of Nigeria, said the Nigerian Tax Reform Act represents a major step toward strengthening fiscal governance and improving economic resilience. He said the reforms would expand the formal economy, boost non-oil revenue and reduce reliance on deficit financing.
He called on states to leverage technology, data-driven systems and partnerships with private and financial institutions to improve efficiency and achieve sustainable compliance.
Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, in his keynote presentation, said the reforms aim to create a fair, growth-oriented tax system that supports national development. He said efforts are underway to simplify tax laws, harmonise collections and eliminate multiple taxation, which burdens individuals and businesses.
He added that improved transparency, technology-driven administration and tax education would enhance voluntary compliance and strengthen government revenue.
In his lead paper, Dr. Bagudo Mustapha stressed that the success of fiscal reforms depends on strong institutions, accountability and consistent political will. He warned that continued reliance on borrowing for public spending was unsustainable and harmful to long-term economic growth.
Mustapha urged government agencies to adopt modern data systems, block leakages and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure tax policies are fair, investment-friendly and reflective of economic realities.
