KADUNA STATE SET TO GENERATE N120BN IGR IN 2026 Kaduna State has set an internally generated revenue (IGR) target of N120 billion for the 2026 fiscal year, with the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) expected to play a key role. The Executive Chairman of KADIRS, @jerryadams225 FCTI, FNIM, FCE, CNA disclosed this at the Service’s annual performance review, work plan and strategic retreat, explaining that while the state government approved N74 billion for KADIRS, the Service raised its internal target to N80.09 billion to motivate staff to exceed benchmarks. He added that the proposed 2026 budget by the Kaduna State Planning and Budget Commission is N117.28 billion, with KADIRS expected to generate N74.28 billion and MDAs N43.24 billion. Adams said the retreat was convened to strengthen implementation strategies and prepare the Service for the new tax regime, noting that the Nigerian Tax Act marks a defining phase in tax administration and will reshape revenue streams, processes and taxpayer engagement. He urged staff to master the Act’s provisions, maintain excellence in policy interpretation and service delivery, and avoid errors that could affect the state’s development and service delivery. In addition, the Executive Chairman expressed appreciation to the The Governor of Kaduna State of Senator @ubasanius (CON) for his unwavering commitment and consistent support for KADIRS in all ramifications, noting that the governor’s leadership and backing have been instrumental in strengthening the Service and driving its revenue growth initiatives. At the retreat, the Commissioner for Planning and Budget, Hon. Mukhtar Ahmad, and the Economic Adviser to the Governor of Kaduna State, Mr. Ahmad Shehu Haruna, encouraged KADIRS to collaborate closely with other revenue-generating MDAs, stressing that inter-agency cooperation would be essential to achieving the N120 billion revenue target. The Commissioner for Finance, Ibrahim Tanko, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Alhaji Lawal Habeeb, said continuous learning and capacity building were critical to effective revenue administration, adding that the retreat reflected KADIRS’ commitment to institutional improvement and alignment with government fiscal priorities. He also called for increased public awareness and stakeholder engagement to address taxpayer misconceptions. Signed: Zakari Jamilu Muhammad. Head : Corporate Communications. 17th December, 2025.

KADUNA STATE SET TO GENERATE N120BN IGR IN 2026 Kaduna State has set an internally generated revenue (IGR) target of N120 billion for the 2026 fiscal year, with the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) expected to play a key role. The Executive Chairman of KADIRS, @jerryadams225 FCTI, FNIM, FCE, CNA disclosed this at the Service’s annual performance review, work plan and strategic retreat, explaining that while the state government approved N74 billion for KADIRS, the Service raised its internal target to N80.09 billion to motivate staff to exceed benchmarks. He added that the proposed 2026 budget by the Kaduna State Planning and Budget Commission is N117.28 billion, with KADIRS expected to generate N74.28 billion and MDAs N43.24 billion. Adams said the retreat was convened to strengthen implementation strategies and prepare the Service for the new tax regime, noting that the Nigerian Tax Act marks a defining phase in tax administration and will reshape revenue streams, processes and taxpayer engagement. He urged staff to master the Act’s provisions, maintain excellence in policy interpretation and service delivery, and avoid errors that could affect the state’s development and service delivery. In addition, the Executive Chairman expressed appreciation to the The Governor of Kaduna State of Senator @ubasanius (CON) for his unwavering commitment and consistent support for KADIRS in all ramifications, noting that the governor’s leadership and backing have been instrumental in strengthening the Service and driving its revenue growth initiatives. At the retreat, the Commissioner for Planning and Budget, Hon. Mukhtar Ahmad, and the Economic Adviser to the Governor of Kaduna State, Mr. Ahmad Shehu Haruna, encouraged KADIRS to collaborate closely with other revenue-generating MDAs, stressing that inter-agency cooperation would be essential to achieving the N120 billion revenue target. The Commissioner for Finance, Ibrahim Tanko, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Alhaji Lawal Habeeb, said continuous learning and capacity building were critical to effective revenue administration, adding that the retreat reflected KADIRS’ commitment to institutional improvement and alignment with government fiscal priorities. He also called for increased public awareness and stakeholder engagement to address taxpayer misconceptions. Signed: Zakari Jamilu Muhammad. Head : Corporate Communications. 17th December, 2025.