The administration of Governor Umar Namadi has announced that Jigawa State generated over N8 billion in internally generated revenue (IGR) in the first quarter of 2025.
Chairman of the Jigawa State Internal Revenue Service (JIRS), Nasir Sabo, disclosed this on Friday during a two-day town hall meeting and capacity-building workshop for civil society organisations (CSOs) and market groups.
The event, which was held in Dutse, was organised by Prime Initiative and the Tax Justice Platform, with support from Christian Aid and the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC).
Sabo attributed the revenue milestone to the strategic backing of Governor Namadi and the state’s ongoing tax system reforms, particularly the digitalisation of tax and revenue collection.
“In April 2025 alone, we generated over N3 billion. This achievement is largely due to the enabling environment provided by the governor, as well as the adoption of modern technologies and innovative strategies,” he said.
He assured residents that the funds would be used to improve public services across the state and commended the organisers of the workshop. He also urged the tax-paying public to support the revenue board in driving sustainable development.
Also speaking at the event, Muhammad Abdu Dutse, Executive Director of Prime Initiative, described the workshop as a platform for stakeholders to share experiences, identify challenges, and develop inclusive solutions that promote fairness and justice in tax administration.
According to him, the workshop is aimed at strengthening the capacity of CSOs and market groups to engage effectively with tax authorities on the implementation of tax-for-service frameworks.
He added that the initiative would help deepen public understanding of tax policies while encouraging transparency, accountability, and improved service delivery.
“The goal is to foster dialogue and build trust between tax authorities, civil society, market groups, and taxpayers to ensure greater transparency and efficiency in revenue collection and public spending,” Dutse said.
