Bauchi State government has pledged its readiness to work with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) to enhance the citizens’ compliance with tax payments.
The deputy governor, Auwal Jatau, gave the assurance in an interactive session with FIRS officials from the Bauchi office of the service who paid him an advocacy visit.
He said the advocacy visit was not only timely but also crucial “as we work together to enhance tax compliance in our state.”
Jatau applauded the FIRS for initiating the customer service week, saying it would serve as a reminder of the vital role that effective communication and customer service play in tax administration and, by extension, in the socio-economic development of Bauchi State.
To him, taxation is the backbone of the government’s ability to provide essential services, infrastructure, and support for citizens as it is through the revenue generated from taxes that the government could fund education, healthcare and development projects that benefit all citizens.
“We appreciate the efforts of the FIRS in improving customer service and simplifying tax processes. These initiatives not only ease the burden on taxpayers but also promote a sense of trust and accountability between the government and the governed.
“I assure you that the Bauchi State Government is prepared to support these initiatives and provide any necessary support to enhance tax compliance,” he said.
Jatau assured the visitors that Governor Bala Mohammed is fully committed to fostering a culture of tax compliance among the citizens through working closely with the FIRS to ensure that citizens understand the importance of their contributions and the positive impact they have on the state’s economic growth.
