Biodun Esan, Ilorin
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has approved the promotion and step upgrade of 436 members of KW-IRS workforce.
The KW-IRS in a statement signed by its Executive Chairman, Shade Omoniyi in Ilorin on Sunday, said that the approval was in recognition of the contributions of staff towards the revenue mobilisation mandate.
He also said it was in appreciation of an unprecedented achievement of N35.4 billion, which represents 112 percent of the IGR budget of the State for the year 2022; a great leap from 95.5 percent achieved in 2021.
Omoniyi said that the promotion exercise had 248 staff comprising, 50 in the senior cadre and 198 in the junior cadre, while 188 staff received letters of step upgrade.
The AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq-led administration in KW-IRS staff appraisal 2021in promoted 332 staff and upgraded 235 staff.
KW-IRS has restated its unwavering commitment to the welfare of staff by continuing to make remarkable achievements in line with best practices.
The revenue body expressed commitment in intensifying strategic engagements with taxpayers and stakeholders, continuous blockage of revenue leakages through the implementation of new initiatives, and prompt deployment of modern-day technology towards actualization of the set IGR target for the year 2023.
The Service will not relent in providing a favorable work and business environment, placement of premium on its workforce through an extensive training plan for all, as relevant to its operations, better service delivery, health care, and work-life balance of staff to improve revenue drive for the State.
The chairman expressed her profound appreciation to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for the opportunity and avenue to explore various innovations over the years.
She also appreciated taxpayers and other stakeholders who are strategic in supporting the seamless processes of tax administration in the State.
Omoniyi further appreciated and charged staff to continue to work tirelessly in ensuring the set target is met and remain focused and dedicated to the assigned duty of revenue administration in the State by embracing innovations required to do more together to achieve more success.
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