Nigeria's independent online newspaper
For a land locked state which is also non-oil producing, Kaduna State’s ranking as the seventh subnational in Internally Generated Revenue in 2023, is quite phenomenal. Recently, the National Bureau of Statistics released the IGR of all the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory . In that report, Kaduna State raked in N62.
However, Kaduna state achieved this milestone through strategic reforms, leveraging effective governance, strategic tax reforms, and a renewed focus on transparency. Governor Sani’s leadership has not only enhanced the state’s revenue profile but has also made it a model of effective governance in Northern Nigeria.
In addition, a central factor in Kaduna State’s improved IGR is Governor Uba Sani’s commitment to fostering a favorable business environment. Businesses that once left Kaduna due to past challenges have returned, attracted by the administration’s pro-business policies. By prioritizing simplicity in the tax system, businesses face fewer barriers, which allows them to focus on expansion.
Likewise, expanding the tax net by targeting new taxpayers instead of increasing tax rates has been key to the state’s improved revenue collection. This horizontal tax expansion allows the government to capture revenue from previously untaxed or undertaxed sectors, broadening the base without placing an excessive burden on any single group. For example, there is a renewed drive on property taxes and ground rents.
Nigeria Latest News, Nigeria Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Uba Sani's policies encouraging businesses to return to Kaduna, says KADIRS chairJerry Adams, executive chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), says the policies of Uba Sani, the state governor, are encouraging businesses and companies to return.
Read more »
‘We’ll treat you equally’ — Uba Sani pledges support for Igbo community in KadunaUba Sani, governor of Kaduna state, says the Igbo community will receive equal treatment and support under his administration.
Read more »
Kaduna: Gov Uba Sani appoints Ibraheem Musa new Chief Press SecretaryKaduna State Governor, Malam Uba Sani, has approved the appointment of Ibraheem Musa, as his new Chief Press Secretary (CPS). Ibraheem Musa replaces the former press secretary to the governor, Mohammed Lawal Shehu, who was elected as Soba Local Government Chairman.
Read more »
'Your allocation will be public' — Uba Sani asks Kaduna LG chairs to be transparentUba Sani, governor of Kaduna, has called on the newly elected local government chairmen to be transperant and accountable, to promote public trust.
Read more »
Uba Sani conferred with Igbo chieftaincy title in KadunaUba Sani, governor of Kaduna, has been conferred with the traditional title of Ezienyi Ndigbo (friend of the Igbo people) by the Igbo community in the state.
Read more »
Uba Sani approves N72k minimum wage, free transport scheme for Kaduna workersNigeria's independent online newspaper
Read more »