Zamfara State has officially moved away from cash-based revenue collection as part of a drive to modernise its tax administration and enhance transparency.
Governor Dauda Lawal announced the policy shift on Sunday in Gusau, highlighting efforts to harmonise databases and enable real-time monitoring of state revenues.
Speaking at a meeting convened by the Zamfara Internal Revenue Service, Governor Lawal emphasised the need to align with the Nigeria Tax Reform Acts 2025.
The gathering brought together key stakeholders from across the state to discuss the framework’s implementation.
“The reforms provide a clear structure for tax administration, define roles across federal, state, and local governments, and promote efficiency in revenue collection,” Lawal said.
“Our goal is to create a modern, accountable system that safeguards public funds and strengthens investor confidence.”
The governor explained that under the revised Consolidated Revenue Law, all ministries, departments, and agencies responsible for collecting fees, licences, and service charges must remit funds digitally through approved channels.
He warned that informal collections, overlaps, and leakages would no longer be tolerated.
“Every revenue-generating agency must review its procedures and legal frameworks to ensure compliance.
“Ambiguities and overlaps must be eliminated to foster accountability and reliability,” he added.
Lawal noted that while the state has made progress in internally generated revenue (IGR), with targets between ₦38 billion and ₦42 billion for 2025, further improvements remain crucial to fully realise the reform agenda.
The event also recognised individuals and agencies demonstrating exceptional commitment to revenue mobilisation, rewarding leaders who have consistently ensured prompt and accurate remittances.
“The shift to digital revenue collection is not just a technological upgrade; it is a step toward building public trust and strengthening the developmental impact of state revenues,” the governor concluded.