The Enugu State Internal Revenue Service, ESIRS, says it is committed to achieving the state’s proposed N509 billion Internally Generated Revenue, IGR, for 2025.
The Executive Chairman, ESiRS, Emmanuel Nnamani, made the vow during a Holy Mass to start the new work year, held at the ESIRS headquarters on Thursday.
While lauding the people of the state for their exemplary tax compliance in 2024, Nnamani revealed that ESIRS had set an ambitious revenue target of ₦509 billion for 2025.
He acknowledged the magnitude of the goal, expressing confidence in the agency’s ability to meet it.
“This may seem daunting, but we have demonstrated our capability to exceed expectations.
“Our strategies for achieving this include enhanced collection of land use charges, stamp duties, taxes on rental income and recovery of outstanding local government taxes,” he said.
Mr Nnamani reaffirmed the government’s dedication to rapid and efficient project execution emphasising that the ₦509 billion target was not merely a figure but a catalyst for transformative initiatives that would benefit every resident of Enugu State.
“Our commitment is unwavering. With your continued support, we will bring more development and prosperity to our state,” he promised.
The chairman expressed the importance of continued collaboration between the government and the citizens to achieve even greater milestones in 2025.
“The success we recorded in 2024 was largely due to the cooperation of Enugu people. Your commitment to fulfilling your tax obligations has enabled us to embark on numerous transformative projects.”
He highlighted the state’s achievements, including the ongoing construction of 260 smart green schools and Type 2 primary healthcare centres across state.
Others he listed were the completion of about 90 roads, Enugu International Conference Centre, and deployment of advanced security surveillance systems, among others.
“These projects underscore our shared commitment to elevating Enugu’s status.
“With your ongoing support, the Peter Mbah administration is determined to restore Enugu’s glory as the capital of the eastern region and drive the state to unprecedented heights,” Nnamani added.
He also stressed the importance of tax audits, stating that companies that had defaulted on their tax payments would be scrutinized to ensure compliance.
This, he said, the organisation was committed to ensuring that every eligible entity contributes their fair share towards the development of Enugu State.
In his message to the ESiRS staff, the officiating priest, Rev. Fr. Clifford Ojukwu, urged them to rededicate themselves to their duties.
“Let us approach our work with renewed vigor and dedication, knowing that our efforts are integral to the progress of Enugu State,” he said.
NAN
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