By Abdullahi Jalalludeen
The Kano State Revenue Service (KIRS) has announced an ambitious target to increase the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) to over N100 billion by 2025.
This was disclosed by the Executive Chairman of the Service, Dr. Zaid Abubakar, during the agency’s annual performance review for 2024 and its strategic plan for 2025.
According to Abubakar, KIRS has developed both medium and long-term plans to enhance the state’s revenue generation.
The medium-term revenue collection plan aims to collect more than N100 billion in 2025, with expectations to surpass N200 billion in subsequent years.
Notably, the state government has set a target of N75 billion for 2025, but KIRS is committed to exceeding that goal.
He said to achieve this target, KIRS intends to leverage technology as part of its ongoing digitization efforts.
“The service plans to deploy emerging ICT solutions and data management systems to optimize revenue collection, track progress, and ensure efficient administration.”
“The Kano State Government also plans to review the state’s revenue generation laws to strengthen the revenue base. “
Abubakar notes that the governor has approved a review of these laws, which is expected to be completed before the end of the first quarter of 2025.
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