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This is the official page of the Edo State Internal Revenue Service with the responsibility of ensuring the effective and optimum collection of all taxes, fees, rates, levies and penalties due to Edo State Government.

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NEW HAULAGE FEES COMMENCES 1ST JUNEAs part of strategies aimed at enhancing coordination, strengthen efficiency, drive c...
27/05/2026

NEW HAULAGE FEES COMMENCES 1ST JUNE

As part of strategies aimed at enhancing coordination, strengthen efficiency, drive compliance, and automating the haulage sector, the Edo State Internal Revenue Service hereby informs the general public, stakeholders, transport operators, and haulage service providers that the Consolidated Haulage fee Initiative, introduced by the Joint Revenue Board (JRB), will officially commence in Edo State on June 1st, 2026.

All haulage stakeholders are advised to take note and ensure full cooperation and compliance as implementation begins.

CREATION OF OFFICE OF TAX OMBUD TO PROMOTE TAXPAYERS RIGHT IS ONE OF THE HALLMARKS OF THE TAX REFORMS- ADESOKANThe Execu...
26/05/2026

CREATION OF OFFICE OF TAX OMBUD TO PROMOTE TAXPAYERS RIGHT IS ONE OF THE HALLMARKS OF THE TAX REFORMS- ADESOKAN

The Executive Secretary of the Joint Revenue Board, Mr. Olusegun Adesokan, has said that the creation of the Office of the Tax Ombud, which is saddled with the promotion of taxpayers' rights, remains one of the hallmarks of the Nigerian tax reforms.

Mr. Adesokan said vulnerable and less-privileged taxpayers who may not be able to afford the cost of litigation, now have an independent platform where they can ventilate their grievances and press for their rights.

The Executive Secretary of the Board made the assertion at the unveiling of the official website, launching of the toll-free centre and case management system by the Office of the Tax Ombud, in Abuja, on Monday 18 May 2026.

He thanked President Bola Tinubu for creating the Office of the Tax Ombud, which he noted will strengthen taxpayers' confidence and trust, and ensure fairness, transparency and accountability in revenue administration.

Mr. Adesokan lauded the Tax Ombud, Dr. John Nwabueze, for opening channels of communication where aggrieved and dissatisfied taxpayers can reach out to seek help and redress.

The event was attended by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, his Information and National Orientation counterpart, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, the Head of Service, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, Special Adviser (Economic Matters) to the President, Dr. Tope Fasua, among other key stakeholders in the sector.

The Office of the Tax Ombud is established by the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act 2025 as an independent and impartial arbiter to review and resolve complaints relating to tax, and serve as a watch-dog against arbitrary fiscal policy.

Dissatisfied taxpayers who may need information to file complaints can visit the website, www.taxombud.gov.ng, call the toll-free number 08000089632 or email [email protected]

HARMONIZATION OF TAXES AND LEVIES LAW WILL HELP IMPROVE REVENUE ADMINISTRATION AT LOCAL GOVERNMENT LEVEL - ADESOKAN The...
26/05/2026

HARMONIZATION OF TAXES AND LEVIES LAW WILL HELP IMPROVE REVENUE ADMINISTRATION AT LOCAL GOVERNMENT LEVEL - ADESOKAN

The Executive Secretary of the Joint Revenue Board (JRB), Mr. Olusegun Adesokan, has said that the Harmonised Taxes and Levies Law being domesticated by States will equally help to improve revenue administration at the Local Government level.

Mr. Adesokan who stated this at the 28th National Tax Conference organised by the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) in Abuja, said revenue collected, remitted and accounted for, by Local Government Councils in Nigeria remains very low.

He said the 2025 internally generated revenue figures from Local Government Areas in 19 States so far collated by the JRB was about N45 billion, noting that some of the revenue collected in cash by local government revenue agents may have been lost to leakages.

The Executive Secretary of the JRB who was a discussant on the sub-theme, "Sub-national Fiscal Governance and Revenue Autonomy: Strengthening State and Local Revenue Systems Under the JRB Act 2025", stated that the Harmonised Taxes and Levies Law currently being domesticated in States across the country, will enhance efficiency in revenue administration at the State and Local Government levels.

The Harmonised Taxes and Levies Law which has so far been domesticated by 15 States, outlaws and criminalises cash collection and the mounting of roadblocks for the collection of taxes, levies and other statutory charges.

Under the model Law, revenue officers and accredited tax agents are the only persons allowed to give tax assessments and collect revenue. The model Law also provides for Local Governments to choose to delegate the power of assessment and collection of their taxes to States, where there is a need, to make collection simpler, seamless and efficient.

Mr. Adesokan noted that the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Act 2025, which was an offshoot of the tax reforms, expanded the mandate of the Board to include promoting harmonisation of taxes, levies, rates, charges and other payments and ensure uniformity in revenue administration across the three tiers of government in Nigeria.

PUBLIC NOTICE PHASE OUT/BAN ON REVENUE SCRATCH CARDS & AUTOMATION OF HAULAGE SPACE IN EDO STATE.In line with the state g...
19/05/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

PHASE OUT/BAN ON REVENUE SCRATCH CARDS & AUTOMATION OF HAULAGE SPACE IN EDO STATE.

In line with the state government’s commitment to digitization and as part of efforts to ensure transparency, and eliminate revenue leakages in the revenue system, the Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS) wishes to inform the general public, particularly transport operators in the haulage space, haulage companies, drivers, and stakeholders, of a major shift in our revenue collection modality under the haulage space.

1. Phase out and Complete Ban on Revenue Scratch Cards (RSC).
With effect from Friday, May 1st, 2026, the use of physical revenue scratch cards for the payment of haulage fees across Edo State has been banned and phased out completely.

Members of the public are strongly advised against purchasing any paper scratch card, as it is no longer recognized as legal proof for the payment of haulage fees. Anyone caught in the sale or issuance of the abolished cards shall be blacklisted and prosecuted.

2. Automation of the Haulage Space
Consequent on the above ban and to simplify compliance as well as ensure a seamless transit experience for all logistics operators, the EIRS has officially automated the haulage space. This new method is fast, secure, and eliminates extortion or harassment on Edo State roads.

3. How the Automation System Works
a. The driver approaches the vendor, gets on-boarded by registration and issuance of a QR Code which he sticks onto the right hand side of his vehicle’s windshield.

b. The vendor funds the driver’s digital wallet using his Tax ID, phone or vehicle number to make payment.

c. The QR Code is thereafter scanned with a handheld scanner to verify payment validity within seconds by a Revenue Collector or Enforcement Officer to confirm payment.

In view of the above, all haulage operators are urged to adapt to this digital transition immediately. From the effective date, any vehicle found operating without a valid, scannable QR code stuck to the windshield, will be deemed non-compliant and shall be liable to sanctions.

Signed
Odior John FCA, ACTI
Executive Chairman
Edo State Internal Revenue Service
18th May, 2026.

Edo IRS Boss Led Delegation to the 28th Annual CITN Tax Conference in AbujaThe Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS)...
17/05/2026

Edo IRS Boss Led Delegation to the 28th Annual CITN Tax Conference in Abuja

The Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS), Executive Chairman Mr. John Odior, FCA, ACTI led Executive Directors, Directors and Members of Staff to the 28th Annual Tax Conference organized by the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) in Abuja.

The conference, which held from May 11 to May 15, 2026 took place at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre (BAT-ICC).

This year’s conference themed "Tax Reforms and Global Relevance: Positioning Nigeria's Tax System for a Sustainable Future", served as a melting pot for tax professionals, policymakers, revenue administrators, and industry leaders to galvanize ideas, discuss critical reforms and emerging trends within the sector.

EFCC, EIRS COLLABORATE IN TACKLING TAX FRAUD IN EDO STATEThe Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Ed...
07/05/2026

EFCC, EIRS COLLABORATE IN TACKLING TAX FRAUD IN EDO STATE

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Edo State Internal Revenue Services (EIRS) have agreed to collaborate in combating tax fraud in the state.

This agreement was reached on Thursday May 7, 2026, when the Executive Chairman of Edo State Internal Revenue Service, John Odior paid a courtesy visit to the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Commission on Thursday May 7, 2026.

The EIRS boss disclosed that he was at the Commission to explore areas of collaboration and deepen the relationship between the two organisations.

He noted that collaboration with the EFCC has become imperative in order to bring in those who evade taxes, pay little and those who are not captured into the tax net. "When you arrest a suspect, ask for evidence of their tax payment or tax clearance certificate. You can write to us to find out whether the person has been paying tax or not, and we shall provide you with the information." He noted that through such information sharing more people will be captured into the tax net and improve the revenue drive of the state government.

Responding, the Ag Zonal Director, Benin Zonal Directorate, Deputy Commander of the EFCC, DCE Sa'ad Hanafi Sa'ad, said the Commission has been collaborating with the EIRS and was willing to continue noting that the Commission has a section that deals with tax matters. "We have a Tax Fraud Section which deals with issues of taxes. The Commission recognises its importance as a source of revenue for the government and we ensure that those who try to evade tax payment face the consequence of their action! He assured the EIRS boss that the Commission's door will always be open to them. "You can call on us anytime you have anything to share with us and we shall respond accordingly."

PRESS RELEASE 4TH MAY, 2026EIRS UNVEILS NEW ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE TO DRIVE EFFICIENCY AND REVENUE GROWTHThe Edo State...
05/05/2026

PRESS RELEASE
4TH MAY, 2026

EIRS UNVEILS NEW ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE TO DRIVE EFFICIENCY AND REVENUE GROWTH

The Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS) has officially unveiled a restructured organizational framework designed to optimize revenue growth and foster greater operational coordination.

The strategic overhaul was unveiled during its management meeting held on Wednesday, April 28, 2026, which hosted members of the EIRS Board, senior management, and the State Tax Controller of the Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS), who attended the session as an observer.

Speaking at the unveiling, the Executive Chairman EIRS, John Odior FCA, ACTI noted "that the restructuring is a long-overdue milestone aimed at improving efficiency in tax administration and resolving internal operational challenges. He emphasized that the transition is built upon the pillars of transparency, accountability, and enhanced service delivery for all stakeholders".

To achieve these goals, the new framework introduces several specialized departments and units including Departments of Enforcement & Compliance, Landlord Tax & Stamp Duty, and Digital Economy & Emerging Taxpayers Intelligence Unit

Additionally, the Service has established a Facility, Security & Safety Department as well as the Department of Corporate Communications and Taxpayer Enlightenment Services to better engage the public.

In a move to streamline field operations, the EIRS has consolidated its regional presence into eight new Zonal Tax Offices, a reduction from the previous fourteen (14) each to be led by a Zonal Tax Controller. Despite this consolidation at the zonal level, the Revenue Service will maintain its sixty (60) existing Branch Offices, which remain under the leadership of Tax Controllers to ensure continued accessibility for taxpayers.

According to John Odior, these structural changes takes immediate effect, marking a new chapter in the Service’s commitment to a robust and modernized tax administration.

Signed
Courage Eboigbe MNIM, ANIPR, ACTI
Head, Corporate Communications & Taxpayers Enlightenment Services Department

EIRS BOARD ENGAGES IMMIGRATION ON EXPATRIATES TAX RETURNS, AWARENESSThe EIRS Board, led by its Executive Chairman Mr. Jo...
03/05/2026

EIRS BOARD ENGAGES IMMIGRATION ON EXPATRIATES TAX RETURNS, AWARENESS

The EIRS Board, led by its Executive Chairman Mr. John Odior, has affirmed the agency's commitment to strategic collaboration with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to enhance the state’s revenue mandate.

During a familiarization visit to the Edo State Comptroller of the NIS in Benin City, Mr. Odior emphasized that national development remains a collective responsibility transcending institutional boundaries. Central to this partnership is the establishment of a robust data-sharing framework, which the Chairman identified as a critical component for accurate economic planning and revenue projection.

Mr. Odior further highlighted the necessity of ensuring comprehensive tax compliance among expatriates and immigration officers alike, bringing them effectively into the tax net through diligent filing of individual returns. A key proposal discussed was the integration of the Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC) as a mandatory requirement for the processing of international passport applications, a move intended to strengthen fiscal discipline. By advocating for seamless information sharing and inter-agency synergy, the EIRS Chairman expressed optimism that such cooperation would yield significant mutual benefits for both organizations.

During the engagement, the Revenue boss also conducted an educational session for immigration officers, clarifying the jurisdictional distinctions between taxes collectible by federal and state authorities, the new tax Acts and tax clearance certificate.

He further noted that the Edo State Government, under the leadership of His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has suspended revenue collection within the transport sector as a proactive measure to alleviate the financial burden on motorists and commuters.

In his response, the State Comptroller of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Steve Okezie Ibeabuchi, acknowledged the fundamental role of taxation in societal advancement and assured the EIRS leadership of the Command’s full support and cooperation in achieving these shared objectives.

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80, Revenue House, New Lagos Road, Benin City
Bénin
23452

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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+2348130970146

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