As part of a significant effort to modernize tax collection and strengthen revenue collection, the Federal Capital Territory Inland Revenue Service (FCT-IRS) has introduced an innovative DIY tax platform. The initiative, announced on Tuesday, marks a departure from traditional paper-based methods and is in line with a ministerial directive aimed at increasing revenue within Abuja.
Revolution in tax collection
FCT-IRS Acting Executive Chairman Haruna Abdullahi said the shift to digital tax collection stems from the urgent need to foster transparent and efficient dialogue between tax administrators and taxpayers. emphasized. On behalf of Mr. Chinwe Ndu, Acting Commissioner of FCT-IRS Taxation, Mr. Abdullahi said the role of a platform that simplifies tax obligations and makes it easier for individuals, business owners and tax consultants to fulfill their civic responsibilities from anywhere at any time. emphasized. “The days of red tape and long waiting times are over,” Abdullahi said, ushering in a new era in tax administration.
Features and benefits
The newly launched e-portal has been designed with user convenience in mind and offers a range of features that will facilitate ease of doing business within the FCT. Its offerings include enhanced access to critical tax services, simplification and streamlining of tax processes, and more transparent dialogue between tax authorities and taxpayers. This initiative not only aims to improve the tax collection experience, but also to facilitate timely and accurate tax payments by making the process as easy as possible.
call to action
Abdullahi and his team call on all Abuja residents and members of the business community to utilize this innovative platform to meet their tax obligations and ensure a seamless and efficient service experience. This move by FCT-IRS is an important step towards achieving its revenue goals and serves as a model that other regions may adopt. With technology at the forefront, FCT-IRS aims to set new standards in tax administration, improve local compliance rates and increase revenue.
This strategic technology deployment by FCT-IRS is not just about achieving revenue goals. It is about making the tax collection process more user-friendly, efficient and transparent. As taxpayers and businesses in Abuja begin to explore and utilize this platform, the far-reaching implications for Nigeria’s tax administration and compliance will become clear and could serve as a benchmark for other states to follow. With this initiative, the FCT-IRS is paving the way for a future where tax liability is seen not as a burdensome obligation, but as a simple and straightforward process that can be completed with the click of a button.