The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is making a strategic shift from enforcement-driven tax compliance to a more proactive approach focusing on taxpayer education. According to FIRS Executive Chairman Dr. Zacch Adedeji, this move aims to make tax compliance a civic responsibility rather than a burden.
Dr. Adedeji who disclosed this at a one-day stakeholders engagement between his office and the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation with the theme “enhancing tax compliance through collaboration” emphasized that tax compliance is about understanding and trust, marking a transformative era in Nigeria’s tax administration.
He said FIRS is deploying digital tools like TaxPro-Max and taxpayer segmentation models to make tax processes more efficient and accessible.
The FIRS boss also pointed out Emerging Taxpayers’ Group (ETG) Tax Clinic featured Interactive Support Desks where attendees received assistance from FIRS personnel and partner agencies.
He added that tax collecting agency aims to promote a culture of voluntary compliance by bringing tax education closer to the people as well as building trust between taxpayers and tax authorities is crucial for effective tax administration.
