Governor Dauda Lawal has abolished cash revenue collection in Zamfara, in a move to strengthen digital systems, harmonise databases and enable real-time monitoring to reduce leakages.

The announcement was contained in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris, on Sunday in Gusau, Zamfara.

The meeting, Mr Idris said, was attended by relevant stakeholders from across the state.

According to him, the meeting was convened by the Zamfara Internal Revenue Service to sensitise citizens on the Nigeria Tax Reform Acts 2025.

He said the sensitisation was intended to foster clear, structured dialogue and coordinated action as Zamfara prepared to implement the new tax framework.

Mr Lawal, while speaking at the event, said the Nigeria Tax Reform Acts, 2025, restructured tax administration nationwide by clarifying boundaries, standardising procedures, and promoting coordination among the three tiers of government.

Mr Lawal said, “In Zamfara, the signing of the Repealed and Re-enactment of the Consolidated Revenue Law has strengthened the Internal Revenue Service, granting it powers for assessment, collection, and accounting of state revenues.

“It also harmonises tax and non-tax revenues and establishes a legal framework for effective tax administration and related matters. These reforms offer opportunity and responsibility. The opportunity is to develop a modern, efficient revenue system that supports growth, protects taxpayers, and boosts investor confidence.

“All government institutions are responsible for fully aligning with the new legal and administrative framework. Let me state clearly that revenue generation is a whole-of-government obligation, not a task for a single agency.”

Mr Lawal noted that every ministry, department, and agency that collects fees, charges, licences, permits, or service-related income must ensure transparency, accuracy, and prompt remittance through approved channels.

According to him, leakages, duplications, and informal collections undermine public confidence and will not be tolerated.

Mr Lawal said his administration was committed to closing all loopholes and ensuring that revenues generated served the intended developmental purpose.

“All revenue-generating MDAs must review their laws, collection tools, and procedures to ensure compliance.

“Overlaps should be removed, and ambiguities clarified. This will promote stability, effective compliance, and a culture of accountability.

“Beyond institutional alignment, the broader fiscal environment demands strengthened internal resilience,’ he said.

The governor said Zamfara’s 2025 IGR figures showed progress in revenue mobilisation but highlighted the need to improve revenue systems.

“Our IGR target of ₦38 billion to ₦42 billion is based on our reform agenda and expanding compliance framework,” he added.

During the meeting, key MDAs and individuals were acknowledged and awarded for their leadership in revenue remittances in the state. 

(NAN)