Ekiti State's IGR Surges to N2.7 Billion Monthly

The Executive Chairman of the Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service (EKIRS), Mr. Olaniyan Olatona, announced that the state's monthly Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) has increased to N2.7 billion, up from N2.1 billion, marking a N600 million rise. This growth occurred between January and June 2026.

Olatona attributed the success to enhanced voluntary tax compliance, digital tax administration, public enlightenment, tax reforms, and an empowered workforce, all supported by the current administration's enabling environment. He noted that EKIRS has achieved 51% of its 2026 annual revenue target within the first half of the year without introducing new taxes or raising existing rates.

The agency has focused on expanding the tax net, blocking revenue leakages, and utilizing technology and data intelligence to improve tax administration. Taxpayers can now make payments through various electronic means, and the transition to electronic documentation has improved transparency and efficiency.

Olatona commended residents for their growing tax compliance, linking it to visible developmental projects by the state government.