JIRS CORPORATE AND ANNUAL PLANS

JIGAWA STATE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE CORPORATE PLAN (2026 – 2030)

VISION:
To become a leading, efficient, and taxpayer-friendly revenue service, driving economic growth and enhancing Jigawa State’s internally generated revenue.

MISSION:
Optimize tax collection and compliance through digitalization and innovation.

  • Foster transparency, accountability, and fairness in tax administration.
  • Support economic development by simplifying tax processes and    enhancing taxpayer engagement.

Objectives Aligned with National Tax Reforms (2025):

  1. Enhance Revenue Mobilization:

    – Increase tax compliance through streamlined processes and digital tools (e-filing, e-invoicing).

    – Expand the tax base, focusing on high-net-worth individuals and SMEs.

  1. Improve Taxpayer Experience:

    – Implement a taxpayer education program and a responsive Grievance Redress System.

   –   Simplify tax payments and introduce a single-window portal for registrations and payments.

  1. Strengthen Governance and Transparency:

    – Publish quarterly revenue reports and promote accountability.

    – Establish a Tax Ombudsman for dispute resolution.

  1. Modernize Operations:

    – Roll out Electronic Fiscal Systems (EFS) for real-time tracking.

    – Enhance ICT infrastructure for efficient data management and analytics.

  1. Build Capacity:

    – Train staff on digital tools, tax laws, and customer service.

    – Foster collaboration with the Joint Revenue Board (JRB) for best practices.

Strategic Initiatives by Department 

  1. Revenue Operations & Tax Audit:

    – Digitize tax assessments and audits; prioritize high-net-worth individuals.

    – Conduct taxpayer outreach and compliance campaigns.

  1. ICT & Innovations:

    – Deploy EFS and integrate with the National Single Window Portal.

    – Develop a mobile app for tax payments and inquiries.

  1. Modernization:

    – Automate processes, upgrade data analytics for risk profiling.

  1. Legal Services:

    – Review and update tax laws, support dispute resolution.

  1. HR & Performance Measurement:

    – Introduce KPIs, train staff on reforms, and promote a service culture.

  1. Accounts & Finance:

    – Ensure transparent revenue reporting, optimize remittances.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

– Revenue Growth: 40% annual increase in IGR.

– Compliance Rate: 85% of registered taxpayers filing returns by 2028.

– Digital Adoption: 80% of transactions via e-platforms by 2027.

– Taxpayer Satisfaction: 85% positive feedback in annual surveys.

Implementation Roadmap

– Q1 2026: Launch EFS, taxpayer portal, and staff training.

– Q2 2026: Roll out mobile app, start taxpayer education.

– 2026-2027: Align with JRB for data sharing, introduce Tax Ombudsman.

– 2028-2030: Expand audits, enhance analytics, and review progress.

Challenges & Mitigation

– Infrastructure Gaps: Partner with development agencies for funding.

– Resistance to Change: Engage stakeholders, communicate benefits.

– Capacity Building*: Collaborate with JRB and international bodies for training.

MEDIUM TERM PLAN FOR JIGAWA STATE TO IMPROVE ITS INTERNALLY GENERATED REVENUE (IGR) OVER THE NEXT TWO YEARS:

Short-Term Goals (2026)

– Increase Taxpayer Database: Expand taxpayer registration to 50,000 by June 2026, focusing on informal sector operators and new businesses.

– Enhance Automation: Achieve 80% automation of tax processes by December 2026, leveraging JIGTAS and other digital platforms.

– Improve Revenue Collection: Increase annual IGR to N50 billion by December 2026 through enhanced enforcement, taxpayer education, and efficient collection   mechanisms.


Medium-Term Goals (2027)

– Expand Tax Base: Increase taxpayer database to 130,000 by June 2027, incorporating new sectors and industries.

– Optimize Automation: Achieve 95% automation of tax processes by December 2027, integrating with national tax systems and databases.

– Boost Revenue Collection: Increase annual IGR to N100 billion by December 2027 through sustained enforcement, taxpayer engagement,   and improved collection efficiency.

Key Initiatives

– Taxpayer Education and Engagement: Regular town hall meetings, workshops, and media campaigns to promote tax compliance and awareness.

– Digitalization and Automation: Implement e-invoicing, e-filing, and data-driven revenue compliance measures.

– Capacity Building: Train tax officials and revenue collectors on modern tax administration and enforcement techniques.

– Partnerships and Collaborations: Foster partnerships with private sector organizations, civil society groups, and development agencies to support tax reforms.

Monitoring and Evaluation

– Regularly track progress against targets and adjust strategies as needed.

– Conduct annual audits and reviews to ensure transparency and accountability.

This plan builds on Jigawa State’s existing efforts to enhance IGR and aligns with national tax reforms.

ANNUAL PLAN FOR IMPROVING INTERNALLY GENERATED REVENUE (IGR) IN LINE WITH NIGERIA’S NEW NATIONAL TAX REFORMS:

Annual Plan (2026)

– Q1 (Jan-Mar 2026): Digitalization and Capacity Building

    – Implement digitalization of processes and procedures

    – Integrate tax data with NIN, BVN, and social investment programme data

    – Provide training and capacity building for tax officials

– Q2 (Apr-Jun 2026): Taxpayer Engagement and Compliance

    – Sensitize taxpayers on new tax reforms and compliance requirements

    – Update tax administration systems and processes

    – Enhance tax investigation and enforcement units

– Q3 (Jul-Sep 2026): Revenue Mobilization and Monitoring

    – Roll out harmonized tax administration across local governments and MDAs

    – Introduce data-driven revenue compliance measures

 – Establish Joint Revenue Board to oversee intergovernmental tax policy and administration

– Q4 (Oct-Dec 2026): Evaluation and Planning

   – Evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement

   – Develop mid-term review report

  – Plan for 2027, incorporating lessons learned and best practices.

Some key initiatives to focus on include:

– Tax Base Expansion: Identify and register new taxpayers, including informal sector operators

– Digital Economy Taxation: Introduce taxation for digital assets and online transactions

– Tax Incentives and Reliefs: Provide exemptions and incentives for small businesses and vulnerable groups.

– WHT Deduction at Source: Targets that 50% of Contracts awarded by the

State and Local Government goes to Business Names/Enterprises. In order to boost WHT collections.