KGIRS Management Denies Misconduct Allegations by Kogi Watchdog

The management of Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS) has dismissed allegations of financial misconduct and poor performance made by Kogi Watchdog on June 18. The management described the claims as misleading and false, aimed at tarnishing the leadership of the agency under Executive Chairman Alhaji Sule Salihu Eneh.

They stated that the allegations included accusations of unproductive training workshops and misappropriation of taxpayer funds. Mr.

Emmanuel Yusufu, the Director of Income Tax, emphasized that the management operates within the law and has established disciplinary procedures for staff misconduct. He clarified that Alhaji Eneh was not directly involved in any misconduct and that the agency has maintained transparency in its operations.

The management also reported a significant increase in monthly revenue from N700 million in 2021 to N3.5 billion currently, asserting that they will investigate any faceless groups attempting to undermine the agency.