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Zamfara Moves to Cashless Revenue Collection
Governor Dauda Lawal has ordered the immediate abolition of cash-based revenue collection across Zamfara State. The governor has mandated all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to adopt digital payment systems. This move is aimed at strengthening data integration, enabling real-time monitoring, and eliminating revenue leakages.
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The directive was announced in a statement issued on Sunday in Gusau by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris.
Directive Issued at Statewide Revenue Town Hall
According to Idris, the governor made the announcement during a town hall meeting themed “Diversifying Revenue Streams Under a New Tax Regime; Exploring Non-Tax Revenue Opportunities in Zamfara.” The forum brought together key stakeholders from across the state and was convened by the Zamfara Internal Revenue Service.
Citizens and institutions were sensitised on the Nigeria Tax Reform Acts 2025 during the meeting. Idris said Zamfara was gearing up to implement the new national tax framework. The session aimed to equip stakeholders with the knowledge needed for seamless compliance and rollout.
New Tax Laws Strengthen Revenue Administration
Speaking at the event, Gov. Lawal said the tax reforms have restructured tax administration nationwide by clarifying responsibilities. The state has standardised procedures, and improved coordination among federal, state, and local governments.
He explained that Zamfara’s repeal and re-enactment of its Consolidated Revenue Law has empowered the Internal Revenue Service with clearer authority over assessment, collection, and accounting of state revenues, while harmonising tax and non-tax income streams.
“These reforms offer an opportunity to build a modern, efficient revenue system that supports growth, protects taxpayers, and boosts investor confidence,” Lawal said.
MDAs Warned Against Leakages and Informal Collections
The governor stressed that revenue generation is a whole-of-government responsibility, warning MDAs against leakages, duplication, and informal cash collections.
Every MDA collecting fees, licences, permits, or service charges, he said, must ensure transparency, accuracy, and prompt remittance through approved digital channels. He added that overlaps and ambiguities in revenue laws must be eliminated to promote accountability and compliance.
Zamfara Targets ₦42bn IGR Under Reform Agenda
Lawal disclosed that Zamfara’s 2025 Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) figures show steady progress but also reveal the need for stronger systems. He said the state’s IGR target of between ₦38 billion and ₦42 billion is anchored on its reform programme and expanded compliance framework.
Outstanding MDAs and individuals were recognised at the meeting for exemplary leadership in revenue remittances.
Zamfara Joins Nationwide Shift to Cashless Government Payments
Zamfara’s decision aligns with a broader national push to eliminate cash payments in government transactions. Other states and agencies that have adopted or reinforced cashless revenue systems include Katsina, Kwara, Edo, and federal MDAs nationwide.
At the federal level, agencies such as the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria have phased out cash payments at major gateways including Murtala Muhammed International Airport and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
These policies are reinforced by regulations from the Central Bank of Nigeria, promoting electronic payments to curb corruption, improve transparency, and strengthen revenue tracking.
