From Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
The Government has unveiled new harmonised tax rates for Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) following the enactment of fresh tax legislation.
The (KGIRS) on Wednesday convened a high-level stakeholders’ meeting with MDAs to present the updated rates under the Tax Administration Act, 2025.
Speaking at the engagement, the Executive Chairman of KGIRS, Dr. Sule Salihu Enehe, gave a comprehensive overview of the new tax law and its implications for federal, state and local government revenue streams. He described the harmonised rates as a significant step toward building a more transparent, equitable and efficient tax system.
Dr. Enehe announced that printed copies of the updated tax rates would be distributed to all relevant MDAs to ensure uniform implementation across the state.
He noted that Nigeria’s fiscal landscape is evolving rapidly, stressing that states can no longer depend predominantly on federal allocations.
“To secure our economic future, we must strengthen our internally generated revenue base, making it the central pillar of our state’s sustainability,” he said.
Also speaking, the Director of MDAs at KGIRS, Hassanat Enehezeyi Salawu, delivered a technical briefing on the new tax rates compiled by the (JRB). She stated that KGIRS has adopted and domesticated the rates to align with Kogi’s economic realities while maintaining national consistency.
The meeting, held at the KGIRS Board Room in Lokoja, attracted senior government officials, policymakers, revenue experts, permanent secretaries, directors and heads of MDAs and parastatals, underscoring the state’s push toward fiscal reform and sustainable internally generated revenue.
On behalf of the stakeholders, the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Hon. Timothy Ojomah, expressed support for the new tax regime. He commended KGIRS for its proactive leadership and pledged collaboration to ensure smooth adoption and compliance.
