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Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has enacted two new revenue laws aimed at enhancing state revenue and ensuring more transparent tax collection.
The new laws are the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service Establishment Law, 2025, and the Kogi State Taxes and Levies (Approved List for Collection) Law, 2025.
During the signing event on Thursday, Governor Ododo stated that both laws are driven by digital technology, designed to minimize human involvement and enhance accountability.
Governor Ododo mentioned that the laws exempt individuals earning less than N800,000 annually from taxation and simplify the investment process for businesses, reducing compliance costs.
“The aim of these laws is to bolster our economy, ensure equity, and uphold the dignity of our citizens,” he asserted.
What are the new revenue laws signed by the Kogi State Governor? The new revenue laws are the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service Establishment Law, 2025, and the Kogi State Taxes and Levies (Approved List for Collection) Law, 2025.
The new revenue laws are the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service Establishment Law, 2025, and the Kogi State Taxes and Levies (Approved List for Collection) Law, 2025.
What is the purpose of these new laws? The purpose of these laws is to strengthen the economy, ensure fairness, and protect the dignity of citizens.
The purpose of these laws is to strengthen the economy, ensure fairness, and protect the dignity of citizens.
Who is exempt from tax under the new laws? Individuals earning below N800,000 annually are exempt from tax under the new laws.
Individuals earning below N800,000 annually are exempt from tax under the new laws.
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