By Daniel Tyokua
The chairman Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS), Haruna Abdullahi has described tax payers as the lifeblood of the service.
He said the dedication and steadfastness of individuals, businesses, and organisations who have consistently fulfilled their tax obligations made the agency to strive well.
Abdullahi explained that the taxes paid by citizens are pivotal in providing essential services, infrastructure development, and sustaining the economic stability of the territory.
He stated this during an event to mark customers’ week in Abuja on Tuesday.
“We recognise that our taxpayers are the lifeblood of our service. We deeply appreciate the dedication and steadfastness of individuals, businesses, and organisations who have consistently fulfilled their tax obligations. The taxes paid by citizens are pivotal in providing essential services, infrastructural development, and sustaining the economic stability of our great city.
“To foster an environment of exceptional service delivery, the Service is committed to creating an enabling atmosphere for our staff members by providing the necessary support and infrastructure required. We understand that a motivated and empowered workforce is essential in delivering exceptional service to our taxpayers. Thus, by nurturing a supportive work environment, we will ensure that our dedicated team perform their duties with utmost professionalism.
“In line with this objective, we place great emphasis on staff training. The FCT-IRS is determined to equip our personnel with the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver services that meet global standards. Through comprehensive training programmes, we will continue to groom our workforce to match up to the evolving landscape of service delivery, ensuring that our taxpayers receive the best possible assistance with their tax matters” he said.
The agency pledged his commitment to appreciating excellence, saying it will soon recognise individuals and organisations for dedication to their tax obligation.
He said the recognition is to inspire and motivate others with the believe that highlighting their achievements will encourage a culture of compliance and responsible citizenship among our taxpayers.
“We reaffirm our commitment to providing efficient, transparent, and citizen-centric services. Therefore, we encourage everyone to continue fulfilling their tax responsibilities as responsible and patriotic citizens. Together, we can build a prosperous future for our city”.
