Uba Sani backs Tax Ombud, targets stronger revenue in Kaduna

Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has pledged his administration’s support for the Office of the Tax Ombud in aligning state tax administration with ongoing national tax reforms, with a view to strengthening revenue mobilisation, protecting taxpayer rights and boosting investor confidence in the state.

Governor Sani gave the assurance on Tuesday when he received the Tax Ombud/Chief Executive, John Nwabueze, who paid a courtesy visit to the Kaduna State Government House.

The Governor said building a strong and sustainable national tax system capable of mobilising adequate revenue for development could not be achieved in silos, stressing the need for effective collaboration among federal and state institutions.

He described the role of the Office of the Tax Ombud as critical to fostering taxpayer confidence, particularly at the subnational level, noting that a fair, efficient and transparent tax system was essential to Kaduna State’s economic competitiveness and investment drive.

Governor Sani commended Nwabueze for his ongoing stakeholder engagements aimed at deepening public understanding of the free mediation and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms available to taxpayers through the Office of the Tax Ombud.

He said greater awareness of taxpayers’ rights and available channels for resolving legitimate grievances would help strengthen trust in the tax system and encourage voluntary compliance.

Speaking earlier, Nwabueze assured the Governor of the Office of the Tax Ombud’s commitment to working with Kaduna State to strengthen public confidence in tax administration, resolve legitimate taxpayer grievances and promote an environment where businesses can operate…