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Citizens of Plateau State have been enjoined to trust the present government and ensure the timely payment of their taxes in order to fuel the state’s development initiatives.
Governor Mutfwang made the call during the launch of the Plateau Intelligent Revenue Billing System (PIRBS),heĺd at the Plateau State Internal Revenue House, Jos recently.
The governor underscored the significance of revenue as the backbone of economic progress, stressing its pivotal role in providing essential services and infrastructure for the people.
Acknowledging the shortfall in revenue collection over the years, the Governor pledged to streamline taxation processes and prevent duplication of levies. He urged the revenue service staff to intensify efforts to meet the designated revenue targets for 2024.
The governor cautioned against undermining the newly introduced revenue system, which he explained was aimed at blocking financial leakages, and called for the cooperation of the staff, promising improved welfare packages as incentives.
“We can not expect better compensation without enhancing our revenue capacity and efficiency collectively,”.Mutfwang stressed.
He advocated a collaborative approach to bolster revenue collection within legal boundaries.
The Chairman of the Plateau State Internal Revenue Service (PSIRB), Mr. Jim Pam Wayas, expressed gratitude to Governor Mutfwang for his commitment to enhancing revenue generation and assured citizens that the Intelligent Revenue Billing System would enhance the state’s revenue base without unduly burdening them.
Mr. Pam reiterated the revenue service’s dedication to transparent revenue coordination and creating a taxpayer-friendly environment.
